Getting Started.................................... 4

The First Step...................................................... 4

Find an Activity..................................................... 4

Where to Exercise............................................... 5

Your Changing Body............................................ 6

Special Needs......................................... 8

Medical Disorders................................................ 8

Sensory Losses................................................. 10

Arthritis................................................................ 11

Aerobic vs. Strength ........................ 15

Multitasking......................................................... 16

Aerobic Exercising............................................ 17

Strength Training................................................ 18

Weight Training Routines.................................. 21

Avoiding / Dealing with Injuries...... 23

Prevention.......................................................... 23

Warm Up/Cool Down......................................... 25

Hydration ........................................................... 27

Days Off............................................................. 28

If You Are Injured............................................... 28

New Fitness Trends............................ 30

Yoga................................................................... 30

Pilates ................................................................ 31

Evaluating a New Activity .................................. 32

Sticking with It..................................... 34

Maintenance....................................................... 34

Periodization...................................................... 35

The Buddy System............................................ 36

Reward Yourself................................................ 36