This site has been written or overseen by a person who personally keeps fit and has competed in figure competitions. They are NOT medically qualified, nor are the site or the articles overseen by qualified medical personnel.
If you have not exercised for a long time, or are overweight or have health problems, you must consult your medical adviser before undertaking strenuous exercise. You may need to improve your fitness with a more moderate approach at first and work up to longer term fitness goals.