Exercise Guidelines for Fitness Center Members

Dear Fitness Center Members:

The Fitness Center staff is pleased that you have taken a positive step in
improving your personal health and fitness. The following information
applies to those individuals who are beginning an exercise program for the
first time or who are are renewing and exercise program after a lengthly
layoff.

Many of us become overzealous when initiating an exercise program in
anticipation of losing weight, toning up or getting fit. We start out too
aggresively only to lose our enthusiasm, or worse, create health problems
and/or injuries that we are trying to avoid.

It is natural to expect results as quickly as possible. However, results will
not occur overnight. Attempting to counteract years of sedentary living in a
couple of weeks is unrealistic and dangerous. It takes time and continuous
effort.

The most important concept to remember when starting a new exercise program
is o begin safely, slowly and progressively. Always go at your own pace- too
much, too soon may be counterproductive.

Please take a moment to read the attached document to familiarize yourself
with the guidelines for a safe and healthy exercise program. If you have any
questions or concerns, please contact either myself or any member of the
fitness staff for assistance.

Joshua Wooten
Health and Fitness Specialist
x35548