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Anonymous
1) Exercise? Why should I bother doing this shit?
To make it simple: the benefits of regular exercise are obvious, but there's also the non-obvious shit as well: You will perform better at pretty much every area in your life. In school? You will be a better learner. Have a hobby like playing a music instrument, art, or shit, even vidya games? Proper fitness will enable to you be better at those as well (yes, many top/pro gamers do keep a regular exercise regimen). Then there's the obvious shit: looking good, having confidence, and living a long, healthy life. You are capable of achieving all of this.
2) Preparation and precautions, and what to expect.
You will need access to cardiovascular equipment, such as a treadmill or say, recumbent bike. Make use of a gym membership or YMCA, or even buy your own equipment if you got the cash and space. It's worth it. Students: take advantage of your university/college fitness centers. For those too "embarrased" to go to the gym... Try to get over it. Other people, who are probably twice the size of you, have got over it. I know, because I've seen them at the gym. I greatly respect those people, because I know how it much discipline it takes to start exercising after a life of doing nothing.
Anyway, the golden rule of fitness: consistency. Stick with exercising, and make it your habit and part of your life. You will need to exercise at least three times per week. No once or twice a week crap, that will not work and you'll just be wasting your efforts. You deserve progress. Consistency is the key. Also, proper rest. PLEASE get your 7-9 hours of sleep per day.
Recommended: Get a physical. Everyone no-matter-the-fuck-what needs a yearly physical. If it's been a while, you might have shit going on that you're not even aware of, such as high blood pressure, or cholesterol. Then there's also the hereditary shit to watch out for. Yes, physicals are shitty and annoying, but they must be done.
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