Getting started with working out? Been working out awhile and feel like you need some help to level up? Start by listening to this episode! MetPro Coaches Cat Ramirez and Ryan McMullen join Crystal to have a conversation about exercise - what you should be doing and what you should not be doing!

We discuss:

• Warming up is important - learn how to make sure you optimizing yours.

• Start with the basics. Get a personal trainer for help if you need the basics.

• The worst thing you can do to start any workout is static stretching. What it is and why it's not helpful before a workout.

• instead gently increase blood flow to the muscles. Start by doing the most simple form of whatever workout you want to do. You want to run, warm up with a walk.

• What muscle activation is and how to do it before a workout.

• For beginners: Start by increasing frequency, then increase intensity, then focus on complication of movement.

• Be sure to include restorative work post exercise.

• Work in even simple stretches while sitting in your chair at work or while watching TV

• Exercise is only one portion of losing weight - you have to do well on your diet and nutrition. Exercise complements that.

• Your exercise and intensity should evolve over time as you age

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