GENERAL GUIDELINES TO EXERCISE • Perform strength exercise prescription three times per week, leaving a day of rest in between. • Warm up before beginning strength training with five minutes of continuous movement, followed by stretching. Hold stretches about 15-20 seconds. At the end of strength training, stretch again holding for 30-45 seconds. • Generally, perform larger muscle group (i.e. chest, back, legs ) exercises first, followed by smaller muscle group ( shoulders, arms, calves) exercises. • Breathe while exercising. For strength training, exhale on the contraction of the muscle being worked and inhale on the lengthening of the muscle being worked. For flexibility training, do just the opposite. • Generally, maintain an even count of three-three on the exertion and return phase of the exercise. • Drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise. • Building muscle requires fuel. Eat five to six mini-meals per day, including all macronutrient groups (i.e. lean proteins, healthy carbs & fats). Contact Me