Fundamentals of Exercise

Rather that going to gym or regular exercise, some things like cleaning your backyard or climbing stairs instead of a lift can help you in weight loss. This will work same as going to a gym or regular exercise.

For getting into shape we need to burn at least 1000-2000 calories a week. Choose an activity you enjoy doing so that it is not exercise but will help you loose your weight. Swimming is a good choice for a moderate work out.

For exercise there is no time prescribed. You can always choose your own time to exercise. But yes, morning will always remain a better time for exercise as for morning exercise you can easily stick to the routine.

Before you exercise here are some fundamentals for the exercise:

Warm up and cool down:

You should always start each exercise session with a warm up of 5 to 10 minutes. You can also do some moderate aerobic activity that heat up your muscles. If you start your exercise without any warm up you will increase your chances of getting strain or tear.
With warm up, you will also need to cool down. It includes gradually reducing the intensity of your exercise. This is done to prevent blood from pooling in your veins which can make you dizzy.

About clothes you wear:

You should always choose clothes that allow free movement. Do not head out for a walk in cotton cloths as they absorb sweat and leave you clammy. Avoid jeans also.

About shoes:

You should always choose the right shoes for the right activity. As in case of doing an aerobic activity you should always wear shoes that are flexible, moderately cushioned and have soles that facilitate movement in all directions. For running, you should always wear shoes that are stiff, highly cushioned and designed for forward movement.

About drinking water:

Hydration is important before, during and after the exercise to prevent dizziness, cramps, exhaustion and even collapse. Drink water 20 minutes before starting the exercise. Also, after every 10 minutes you should drink about 60ml of water to prevent dehydration. Do not wait for the thirst. If you drink water after you are thirsty, it means, your body is already dehydrated.
Start slow:

You should always start slowly and then maximize your exercise for the attainment of maximum strength. Suppose you have started doing sit-ups. Start with the number that you can attain at present, say 15. When you think that your body is comfortable with this number start increasing the number of sit-ups according to your convenience. I am sure this will help you.

Stay healthy, stay fit. Healthy body is important for a healthy mind.