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Exercise
WELCOME
Regular exercise is a necessary part of losing weight and 
maintaining weight loss. Exercise can also help prevent many 
chronic diseases and helps improve your overall mood. 
Incorporating regular exercise into your weight loss (and 
weight maintenance) program significantly improves your 
chances of achieving long-term results.
 
Before you begin exercising, be sure to check with your doctor 
to make sure your exercise plan is appropriate for you. If you 
do not exercise currently, we recommend you wait three weeks 
before you begin. Once you have been deemed ready, adopt a 
slow pace and gradually increase the amount of time spent on 
the activity. If you are currently exercising, we recommend you 
cut your current plan in half during the first three weeks, then 
gradually build it back up. 
 
The Medifast Exercise Guide will help you learn more about 
exercise and its value. This guide will also provide tips regarding 
how to exercise, when to exercise and the type of exercise 
activities we recommend. We will also introduce you to the 
Medifast Walking Program. This 12-week walking program 
is great for beginners OR exercise veterans – and will help 
you incorporate a consistent workout schedule into your 
healthy lifestyle. 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3
TYPES OF EXERCISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
AEROBIC EXERCISE   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
MAXIMUM HEART RATE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4
TARGET HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5
EXERCISE INTENSITY
LEVELS . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6
LOW INTENSITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6
MEDIUM INTENSITY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  page 7
HIGH INTENSITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
WARM UP AND COOL DOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11
MEDIFAST WALKING
PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12
WALKING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14
STRENGTH TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 16
LIFESTYLE EXERCISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 17
EXERCISE PYRAMID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .  page 18 
EXERCISE EXCITEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 19
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 20
BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
We all know exercise can help you stay trim and in shape, but there 
are a number of health benefits sometimes overlooked:
 
·     Helps prevent chronic diseases 
      (such as heart disease),  stroke, 
      and diabetes
·     Improves your overall  mood
·     Reduces high blood pressure
·     Reduces stress
·     Strengthens muscles, bones, 
      and joints
·     Improves metabolism and 
      increases your energy level
·     Strengthens immune system
·     Helps prevent depression
·     Increases bone density,  which 
      helps prevent osteoporosis
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TYPES OF EXERCISE
There are three types of exercise we recommend for optimal health: 
1) aerobic exercise, 2) strength training, and 
3) lifestyle exercise.
 
Aerobic Exercise
Aerobic exercise helps strengthen your heart and lungs. Factors that 
affect aerobic exercise include how often you perform aerobic activity, 
the amount of time you spend at each session and the intensity (or 
percentage) of your maximum heart rate. Perform aerobic exercise:
 
* 3–5 times per week 
* 20–60 minutes each time 
* at 60–85 percent of your maximum heart rate, OR 
* at 50–60 percent of your maximum heart rate if you are just starting an 
exercise program or have a heart condition 
 
At first, 3 times per week, for 20 minutes, at 60 percent of your heart rate 
may be enough activity for you. As your conditioning improves, increase 
the number of days per week, and the time and intensity of your exercise.  
 
MAXIMUM HEART RATE
A person’s heart rate is the measure of heartbeats per minute. Your maxi-
mum heart rate is the heart rate you should reach when exercising at a 
maximal exertion level. To calculate your maximum heart rate, subtract 
your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your maximum 
heart rate is 190: 
(220 – 30 = 190) 
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 TARGET HEART RATE
Target heart rate is 50–85 percent of your maximum heart rate. Exercising 
within your target heart rate zone allows you to maximize your cardio-
respiratory fitness level. For example, if your maximum heart rate is 190, 
then the lower-end of your target heart rate zone is 95 heartbeats per 
minute (0.50 x 190 = 95). 
 
If you are just starting an exercise program, or if you have a heart condi-
tion, your physician may recommend you begin exercising at 50–60 
percent of your maximum heart rate. If you have been active, and do not 
have a heart condition, exercising at 60–65 percent of your maximum 
heart rate may be a good place to begin.  Once the target heart rate you 
choose becomes too easy for you, incrementally increase your target heart 
rate to the upper-end (85 percent) of your target heart rate zone 
(0.85 x 190 = 162 heartbeats per minute). 
 
Determining your target heart rate requires periodic measuring. The best 
way to measure your heart rate is to purchase a heart rate monitor. The 
price of a good heart rate monitor can range from $30 – $100, but is worth 
the investment. They can be found at most sporting goods stores. 
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EXERCISE INTENSITY LEVELS
Use this information to determine the appropriate level for you.
There are three levels of exercise intensity: low intensity, medium intensity, 
and high intensity. The intensity level of exercise determines your stage of 
exercise, and the amount of calories you burn each time. Identifying the 
appropriate exercise intensity level will help you determine the type of 
exercises you should perform.  
Low INTENSITY: 
For: beginners; those with a heart condition; those weighing over 250 
pounds; or those new to Medifast 
To exercise at a low intensity level, your target heart rate should be 50–65 
percent of your maximum heart rate. To calculate your maximum heart 
rate, subtract your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your 
maximum heart rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190). If you choose to exercise at 
50 percent of your maximum heart rate, your target heart rate would be 
95 heartbeats per minute (0.50 x 190 = 95). If you choose to exercise at 65 
percent of your maximum heart rate, your target heart rate would be 124 
heartbeats per minute (0.65 x 190 = 124). 
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Depending on your weight, low-intensity exercise will burn an average of 
2.5 calories per minute. Use the following chart to determine the amount 
of calories you will burn while exercising at a low intensity level:
Your weight (in pounds)
Calories per Minute
100-125
1
126-150
1
151-200
2
201-250
2
251-300
3
301-400
4
Over 400
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Begin incorporating low-intensity exercises for at least 20 minutes 
a day, 3–4 days a week. Gradually work your way up to the next 
exercise level (medium-intensity). There are many low-intensity 
exercise options, including:
 • Gardening (raking leaves, pulling weeds, light shoveling, etc.) 
• Housework (vacuuming, sweeping/mopping, cleaning windows, etc.) 
• Walking 
• Painting 
• Washing the car 
 
MEdIUM INTENSITY:
For individuals comfortable with beginning a more active 
exercise program
 
Exercising at a medium-intensity level requires the use of large muscle 
groups (such as the back, chest, legs, and buttocks). At a medium-intensity 
level, exercisers work at 65–75 percent of their maximum heart rate. To 
calculate your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220. 
For example, if you are 30 years old, your maximum heart 
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Your weight (in pounds)
Calories per Minute
100-125
3
126-150
5
151-200
7
201-250
8
251-300
9
301-400
10
Over 400
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rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190). At a medium-intensity level, you 
should exercise anywhere between 124–143 beats per minute 
(0.65 x 190 = 124; 0.75 x 190 = 143). 
 
Medium-intensity exercise burns an average of 7.5 calories per minute 
depending on your weight. Use the following chart to determine the 
number of calories you will burn using medium-intensity level exercises:
There are a wide variety of medium-intensity exercises you can do on a 
regular basis. These exercises are not only beneficial for losing weight 
– they also help prevent heart disease, lower blood pressure, reduce the 
risk of developing diabetes, and improve psychological well being. Once 
you have become comfortable working out at a low-intensity level, 
incorporate medium-intensity exercises at least 3–4 days per week. 
Begin with a comfortable time frame of 15–20 minutes per day, and 
gradually work your way up to at least 45 minutes a day, 4–5 days 
per week. 
Examples of medium-intensity exercises include:
• Brisk walking
• Bicycling 
• Sports (tennis, basketball, swimming, etc.)
• Dancing (square dancing, salsa, swing, etc.)
• Hiking
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HIGH INTENSITY:
For regular exercisers (currently in Maintenance) looking to step things up
High-intensity exercise is not for beginners or anyone just starting the 
Medifast program. These exercises are recommended for individuals who 
exercise daily, and have either hit a plateau or are looking for some-
thing more intense to incorporate into their exercise routine. At a high-
intensity exercise level, you are exercising at 75–85 percent of your 
maximum heart rate. To calculate your maximum heart rate, subtract 
your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your maximum 
heart rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190). At a high-intensity level, you should 
exercise anywhere between 143–162 beats per minute (0.75 x 190 = 
143; 0.85 x 190 = 162). High-intensity exercise burns an average of 14.3 
calories per minute depending on your weight. Use the following chart 
to determine the number of calories you will burn using high-intensity 
level exercises:
Your weight (in pounds)
Calories per Minute
100-125
7
126-150
9
151-200
12
201-250
14
251-300
16
301-400
20
Over 400
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Many exercisers will alternate high-intensity workouts into their weekly 
schedule. These exercises are also helpful to those who have hit plateaus 
in their exercise routine and have stopped losing weight. If you exercise at 
a medium-intensity level 4–5 days a week, you may want to try including 
small amounts of high-intensity exercises. 
 
Examples of high-intensity exercises include:
• Running
• Briskly climbing stairs
• High-level aerobics class
• Spinning
• Jumping rope
• Strength/Weight training
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WARM UP AND COOL DOWN
Intense exercises should include a warm-up and a cool-down period. 
Warm-up and cool-down should be 5–10 minutes each, and include a 
low-level activity such as walking. After warming up and cooling down, 
it is important to incorporate a series of stretches. Each stretch should be 
held slowly for 20–30 seconds (without bouncing), and include each major 
muscle group challenged during the workout.
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MEDIFAST WALKING PROGRAM
An easy approach to aerobic exercise
Walking is one of the easiest ways to incorporate aerobic exercise into 
your daily schedule. Whether you want to lose 10 pounds or 100 pounds, 
walking is a great form of exercise. Beginning a consistent walking pro-
gram is the first step to exercising while on the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan.
 
Medifast recommends beginning the 12-week walking program after you 
have completed three weeks of the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan. If you have been 
using Medifast for three weeks or more and do not exercise, the Medifast 
Walking Program is a great place to start. If you’ve been on Medifast for 
more than 3 weeks and are already exercising, make the 12-week Medifast 
Walking Program part of your workout schedule.     
 
The Medifast Walking Program is great for anyone who wishes to incorpo-
rate an aerobic workout into his or her healthy lifestyle. If you are new to 
exercise, begin this program slowly. You do not need to finish each week 
consecutively. If you have difficulty completing Week 3 (consisting of 
three days of 25-minute walks), repeat Week 3 until you are comfortable 
with this schedule. The Medifast Walking Program does not need to be 
completed in 12 weeks. You may also divide the time into smaller sessions 
at the beginning. For example, if you have difficulty walking 30 minutes 
straight during Week 4, divide the session into two parts – walking 15 
minutes in one session and 15 minutes later that day. 
 
The times and distances used in the Medifast Walking Program are goal 
standards. Some people will finish walking a mile in less than 20 minutes, 
while others may not. Listen to your body and take caution when begin-
ning this program. Also, if you do not have access to a treadmill or outdoor 
track, we recommend using your car’s odometer to measure the distance 
of a safe walking route in your area. 
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 The most important thing to consider when beginning a walking pro-
gram is consistency. It is very important to walk regularly in order to build 
stamina and get into a habit of walking. You will find that the more consis-
tent you are with the program, the easier it will become.
week
warm 
Up
(minutes)
Brisk 
walking
(minutes)
Cool
down
(minutes)
Total 
distance
(miles)
Total 
Time
(minutes)
days/
week
1
5
10
5
1
20
3
2
5
12
5
1.25
22
3
3
5
15
5
1.5
25
3
4
5
20
5
1.75
30
3
5
5
25
5
2
35
3
6
5
30
5
2.25
40
3-4
7
5
32
5
2.5
42
3-4
8
5
35
5
2.75
45
3-4
9
5
40
5
3
50
3-4
10
5
42
5
3.25
52
3-4
11
5
45
5
3.5
55
3-4
12
5
50
5
3.75
60
3-4
Disclaimer: Unless you are already exercising, do not begin an exercise 
program in the first few weeks of weight loss. Consult your doctor before 
beginning this exercise program. The instructions and advice presented 
do not substitute for medical consultation. As with any exercise program, 
if at any point during your workout you begin to feel faint, dizzy, or have 
physical discomfort, you should stop immediately and consult a physician.
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WALKING TIPS
Walk the Walk:
Guidelines for how to walk while on the program:
          1.    Walk tall- this will improve overall posture
          2.    Keep eyes and head forward- this will also keep your 
                  posture straight
          3.   Keep shoulders down and relaxed
          4.    Tighten abdominal muscles and buttocks- the diagram below   
                 shows the core muscles that you strengthen by walking correctly
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Working the Program:
Follow these tips for the best results while completing the 
walking program:
 
1.    Walk regularly- the most important thing in a walking
 
       program is consistency and sticking to your walking schedule.
 
2.    Drink water- this includes before, during and after walking.
 
3.    Practice stretching- stretching before and after a walk will assist 
 
       in injury prevention.
 
4.    Warm-up and cool down - warm up by walking for 5 minutes, 
 
       stretch, then begin a brisker walk. At the end of your walk, cool 
 
       down by walking slower and end your routine with stretches. 
 
5.    Start slow- when first beginning a routine, listen to your body.
 
        You may need to decrease (or increase) your time or intensity 
 
       when first beginning a walking program.
 
6.    Take your time- if you have trouble finishing a scheduled walk
 
       week, re-walk the week’s schedule the following week until you 
 
       feel comfortable completing the routine. You do not have to 
             complete this schedule in 12 weeks.
 
7.    Increase daily steps- take the stairs, don’t take the front parking 
 
       spot, or walk to the restroom farthest away from your desk.
 
Completing the walking program:
After completing Week 12 of the walking program, continue your 
healthy lifestyle by following these suggestions:
 
1.    Walk more than 3 days a week- work your way up to 
 
       walking 5-6 days a week for at least 30 minutes each session.
 
2.    Increase your intensity- find a route that includes hills, or walk 
 
       the same distance in a shorter amount of time.
 
3.   Strength  training- on your days off, incorporate strength 
 
       training into your exercise program. This will help keep you tone 
 
      and feeling strong.
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STRENGTH TRAINING
Strength training can help tone muscles, increase strength and bone
density, improve posture and even reduce the potential for injury. In 
addition, strength training helps increase your metabolism, allowing you 
to burn more calories on a daily basis. You should participate in a strength 
training routine that incorporates all of your major muscle groups 2–3 
times a week. 
Most fitness centers offer various fitness machines, free-weights and other 
tools designed to help increase muscle strength. Fitness and department 
stores also sell fitness equipment and strength training videos for home 
use. Before you begin your strength training routine, we recommend you 
receive instruction from your gym staff or a personal trainer. 
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LIFESTYLE EXERCISE
You may find it hard to fit “traditional” exercise into your busy lifestyle. 
By completing a handful of these quick and simple “lifestyle” exercises 
everyday, you will burn more calories on a daily basis. Try these at work, 
home, or while on vacation!
 
 
1. Park Far Away – by parking farther away from the entrance to work
 
     or shopping, you can easily add valuable steps (exercise) to your  
 
     busy day. 
 
2. Bathroom Breaks – instead of using the bathroom closest to your 
 
    desk or office, walk to another one down the hall or on another  
 
    floor. 
 
3. Power-walk Lunch – by eating a well-balanced lunch and walking 
 
    for the duration of your lunch break, you can easily incorporate a
 
     mini-aerobic workout into your busy day. Even if your lunch break is 
 
     only 30 minutes, a quick walk around your office building is an easy 
 
     way to add physical activity to your busy schedule. 
 
4. Play with your Kids – a simple game of kickball or a round of hoops 
 
    with the kids is an excellent way to burn calories. By scheduling a 
 
    daily family activity like this, it is easy to stay active while having fun 
 
    with your family at the same time. Schedule a game of kickball (or 
 
    whatever game your family enjoys) for roughly the same time every 
 
    day – when the entire family can participate. A game right after 
 
    dinner may work for your family. 
 
5. Do your Chores – everyday household chores provide an easy (and 
 
     efficient) way to stay active with a busy lifestyle. Mowing the lawn 
 
     with a push-mower, sweeping and mopping the kitchen and 
 
     bathroom, or vacuuming the house are great ways to burn calories 
 
     while keeping your home in top shape.
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EXERCISE PYRAMID
Take a High
Level
Exercise
Class
Ride
a 
Bike
Take a Brisk
walk at 
Lunch
wash the
Car
Clean
Your 
Home
Gardening
Use the
Stairs Not 
the Elevator
Park
Farther
Away
Use the Far
Bathroom
85% Target Heart Rate
50% - 60% Target Heart Rate
 65% - 75% Target Heart Rate
EXERCISE EXCITEMENT
Performing the same exercise routine can become boring and hard to 
stick with. Adding different activities to your exercise routine can help you 
stay focused; variety often provides the extra motivation necessary to 
continue with your exercise program.
 
1. Pick an activity you enjoy – if you don’t like to run, try power
 
     walking, swimming, or riding a bike. Make it something you like
 
    doing, instead of something you have to force yourself to do. 
 
2. Try something new – if conventional exercise just doesn’t do it for
 
     you, sign up for salsa lessons (or any kind of dancing for that
 
     matter). Not only will you be exercising, you’ll also be learning 
 
     something new and exciting!
 
3. Vary your routine – walk around your neighborhood one day, and 
 
     then pick a different route the next. Vary your exercise routine with 
 
     bike rides or swimming. Keep it interesting!
 
4. Bring a friend – be accountable to each other. Committing to an 
 
     exercise partner will make you less likely to skip your exercise 
 
     sessions, and more likely to stick to your routine. 
 
5. Use exercise to vent – if you’ve had a bad day, exercise can be a
 
     great therapy! It allows you to burn off steam, and gives you time to 
 
     think and sort through stressful issues.
 
6. Take a class – try a spinning, Pilates, or kickboxing class. These 
 
     classes will challenge you – and you’ll see a huge improvement in 
 
     both your physical and mental strength.
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FAQ - Answers to questions about exercise
1. How do I start an exercise program? 
 
Walking is a great exercise to incorporate when beginning any exercise 
program. Whether you prefer walking on a treadmill or outdoors, walking 
is a great way to strengthen your joints, muscles, and bones. Details about 
the Medifast Walking Program can be found on Pages 12-13.
 
2. How can I monitor my heart rate while I exercise? 
 
Most new exercise equipment is manufactured with built-in heart rate 
monitors that provide an accurate reading of your heart rate while 
working out. You can also purchase a heart rate monitor that can be worn 
around your wrist like a watch. These great accessories cost between 
$30 – $100 and can be found at most sporting goods stores.
 
If you prefer another option, you can take your pulse. Simply take one 
minute from exercising, hold your pointer and middle fingers to your wrist 
or neck, and count the number of heartbeats in one minute, OR count 
the number of times your heartbeats in 10 seconds and multiply by six. 
Another option is to use the “conversational pace” measure. You should be 
able to talk to a friend while exercising. If you can sing and exercise at the 
same time, you’re probably not working hard enough.
 
3. What is a target heart rate? 
 
Target heart rate is the heart rate desired during aerobic exercise. Your 
target heart rate is a percentage of your maximum heart rate and is used 
to maximize your heart and lung capacities. Your target heart rate goal 
should always be 50– 85 percent of your maximum heart rate. Once 
you can sustain your target heart rate for 20 minutes, feel free to 
gradually increase your intensity. Exercising at a higher intensity level al-
lows you to burn more calories. Exercising at a target heart rate above 85 
percent of your maximum heart rate may make it difficult to sustain the 
recommended 20–60 minutes of exercise. The target heart rate formula is 
simple and can be found on Page 5.
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4. How often should I exercise? 
 
Researchers and health professionals recommend that healthy individuals 
should perform aerobic exercise at least 5 days a week. Strength train-
ing should be done 2–3 times a week. You should not begin an exercise 
program in the first few weeks of weight loss. If you are just beginning 
the Medifast 5 & 1 Plan and do not currently exercise, we recommend you 
begin with some light to moderate exercise at about Week 3. If you are 
already exercising, you may continue, but listen to your body. You may feel 
a need to decrease the intensity of your exercise until your body adapts to 
the 5 & 1 Plan.
 
5. I experience knee and feet pain when exercising. What exercises 
     can I do? 
 
Keep an open mind and try each of these activities twice: a water aerobics 
class, a deep-water running class, a small amount of stationary biking, and 
some strength training with weights. You should try these activities twice 
(so you can really experience them), modifying where necessary and 
noticing how you feel afterwards. Once you find an exercise that works for 
you, try incorporating it 4-5 times a week.
6. I have a hard time fitting exercise into my daily routine. How can I fit 
     exercise into my busy schedule?
We understand how difficult it can be to exercise with work, family, and 
everyday life issues. We recommend incorporating mini-exercises into 
your everyday schedule. By exercising in 10-minute intervals throughout 
the day, it is easy to get the appropriate amount of activity into your busy 
schedule. For some quick ideas, check out Page 17 and start adding 
mini-exercises to your daily routine.
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7. I recently hurt my shoulder. When can I start exercising again? 
 
If you have been injured, do not exercise the injured area until you talk 
with your physician about getting a physical therapist referral. This is 
especially important if you have sustained an injury (or have been diag-
nosed with a condition) that will have a long-term effect on your ability to 
exercise. A therapist can help you determine when it is safe for you to start 
exercising again and can help you adapt your routines so that you do not 
re-injure yourself.
8. Which exercise is best? 
 
Any exercise or regular physical activity that you will do on a consistent 
basis is the best. The basic goal of exercise is to increase movement, 
because lifestyles today do not provide enough opportunities for our 
bodies to move. With insufficient movement we not only tend to gain 
weight, but our physical abilities begin to decline. Our muscle size shrinks 
without enough muscular challenge, and our heart and lung capacity 
declines if we do not use these systems. So the bottom line is: do what-
ever you like, but keep on moving.
9. I do aerobic exercises 4-5 days a week, but don’t strength train. Is 
    strength training important? Why should I develop muscles?
Strength training may not burn as many calories as aerobic exercise, but 
strength training does stimulate muscle growth. Lean muscle mass burns 
more calories than fat, which is great for those struggling to increase 
their metabolism. Weight training is also very effective for bone mass 
maintenance and helps prevent osteoporosis in both men and women 
as we get older. It is especially helpful for the spinal bones, which are 
not always stimulated well with exercise. These bones are the most 
susceptible to osteoporosis.
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10. I easily become bored with the same old workout routine. How can I 
        make it more exciting and easier to stick with?
 
Make exercise something you enjoy; turn it into something fun. Spicing 
up your routine with the following ingredients can be just the recipe you 
need to put the excitement back in exercise:
 
Pick an activity you will enjoy. If you don’t like to run, try power walking, 
swimming, or riding a bike. Make it something you will like doing, instead 
of forcing yourself to do something you dislike.
Distract yourself. Listening to music, watching TV, or even reading a book 
or magazine can help take your mind off exercising. Before you know it 
– time’s up!
Bring a friend. Be accountable to each other. Committing to an exercise 
partner will make you less likely to skip your exercise sessions, and more 
likely to stick to your routine. 
Hire a personal trainer. Hiring a personal trainer will help you perform the 
exercises properly and will hold you accountable. This may be the key to 
your fitness success!
 
For more ideas, turn to Page 17 and check out other ways to change up 
your exercise routine!
 
11. What type of exercise is recommended, and how much?
If you haven’t been exercising at all, start your exercise plan very slowly. 
Begin with easy walking, 10–20 minutes per day, and then gradually 
increase the time and intensity. If you have been exercising prior to 
starting Medifast, cut your current plan in half during the first three weeks, 
then gradually build it back up. Refer to Pages 6-10 for information on the 
types of exercise you should be doing based upon your fitness level.
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