Common Types of Exercise

There are various types of exercise, including:

• Aerobic: Usually the core of any fitness program, it includes periods of continuous movement. Examples include swimming, running and dancing.
  
• Strength: Helps increase muscle power and strength. Examples include resistance training, plyometrics, weight lifting and sprinting.
• Calisthenics: Basic body movements done without gym equipment and at a medium aerobic pace. Examples include lunges, sit-ups, push-ups and pull-ups.
• High-intensity interval training (HIIT): Includes repetitions of short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by low-intensity exercises or rest periods.
• Boot camps: Timed-based, high-intensity circuits that combine aerobic and resistance exercises.
• Balance or stability: Strengthens muscles and improves body coordination. Examples include Pilates, tai chi poses and core-strengthening exercises.
• Flexibility: Aides muscle recovery, maintains range of motion and prevents injuries. Examples include yoga or individual muscle-stretch movements.flexibility and stability. You can do them individually or combined.

• How to Get Started

• It’s important to consider a few things before you start an exercise routine.

  1. Check Your Health

  It’s important to consult your doctor and get a physical medical examination before starting an exercise routine.

  This is particularly important for those who are not used to strenuous physical activities, as well as individuals aged 45 and over.

  An early checkup can detect any health problems or conditions that could put you at risk of an injury during exercise.

  It can also help you optimize your workout, making it easier for you and your personal trainer to understand your limitations and create an exercise plan tailored to your particular needs.

  2. Make a Plan and Set Realistic Goals

  Once you decide to start exercising regularly, try to create a plan that includes attainable steps and goals.

  One way to do this is to start with a plan of easy steps to follow. Then you can continue building on it as your fitness level improves.

  For example, if your goal is to finish a five-kilometre run, you can start by building a plan that includes shorter runs.

  Once you are able to finish those short runs, increase the distance until you can run the whole five kilometres continuously.

  Starting with small goals will not only increase your chances of success, it will also keep you motivated every step of the way.

  3. Make It a Habit

  Another key component of exercise success is to stick to your routine.

  It seems to be easier for people to maintain an exercise routine in the long term if they make it a habit and do it regularly.

  A review of studies concluded that replacing an unhealthy behavior with a new healthy habit is a great approach to maintaining it in the long term.

  Furthermore, making a schedule or exercising at the same time every day are good ways to sustain your routine and make it last.

  For example, you can make exercise a habit by planning to work out right after work every day.