Tag: beginner-exercise

I used to jog a few miles a week, then work and family took over and it's been almost a year. I have about 25 minutes on weekday mornings and an apartment gym with a few free weights, a bike, and a treadmill. I want to rebuild without wrecking my knees or burning out in week two. What would be a sensible starting plan and progression for someone deconditioned but otherwise healthy? If adding mobility or recovery helps, I can do short sessions at night. I'm not chasing a race, just steady energy and the habit again. (I work full-time and squeeze this in around dinner and bedtime. Friends gave me conflicting advice, so I'm looking for what worked for you personally. I'm in a small town, so options are limited and shipping can be slow. This has been on my mind for a while and I'd love some real-world experiences. If there are pitfalls you ran into, those would be super helpful to hear too. If it matters: apartment setting, no special tools, and I'm in a pretty average climate.)