ACSM's Ten Steps to Starting an Exercise Program

Beginning an exercise program can seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, the American College of Sports Medicine has developed ten steps to help you begin and commit to an exercise program.

1. Get to know your body
2. Understand why you are exercising
3. Know where you are
4. Know where you want to be
5. Know how you will get there
6. Develop a comfortable routine
7. Write it all down
8. Gather your accessories
9. Create incentives
10. Get started and trust the process

To learn more, visit acsm.org.