A few pointers before you get started:
- Take it (kind of) easy. On a scale from 1 to 10 (with 1 = the least amount of effort and 10 = the most) aim to keep your exertion level around a 4 or 5. Don’t hold your breath — it’s important for you to keep breathing throughout each move. You might feel soreness later, but it should go away in 2 to 3 days. And as you get used to this sequence, you’ll experience less discomfort.
- Stick to the order shown. This activity is designed to let one muscle group rest while others work.
- Keep going! Once you get the hang of this sequence, feel free to do it twice in a row. Unless your primary care provider advises otherwise, you can eventually build up to three times in a row.
Ready to start?
First,
warm up by taking a brisk walk around your living space to get your blood flowing.
Then, do each of the following moves for 30 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds before starting the next one.