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Talk to your doctor before you start fitness training programs

By: Meg Dilts

You should talk to your doctor before you begin any physical activity program if you:

  • Have heart disease, had a stroke, or are at high risk for these diseases
  • Have diabetes or are at high risk for diabetes
  • Are obese (BMI of 30 or greater)
  • Have an injury or disability
  • Are pregnant
  • Have a bleeding or detached retina, eye surgery, or laser treatment on your eye
  • Have had recent hip surgery

Source: Office on Women's Health in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.


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