The U.S. Surgeon General recommends doing 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity (that makes you feel warm and slightly out of breath) each week. This breaks down to 30 minutes of activity 5–7 days per week — the activity can be done in one bout of 30 minutes or accumulated in two 15-minute bouts or three 10-minute bouts.
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Dress for yoga in loose or stretchy, comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. Ask your yoga teacher about alternatives to practicing barefoot, such as wearing nonslip socks. People with existing foot problems may also want to consult their health-care provider before doing yoga poses that put pressure on the feet.
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If you live in a small town or suburban area, try your local YMCA, health clubs, or community centers for yoga classes. Most metropolitan areas have a number of yoga studios. If you’re not ready to sign up, ask about observing a class or even taking a trial class to see if you like it.
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The amount of water you drink should approximately equal the amount of fluid lost in sweat and urine. To get a sense of how much this is, weigh yourself nude before and after exercise; drink 2 cups of water for every pound lost.
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If you’re trying to lose weight, an exercise program that includes aerobic activity as well as some type of calisthenics or weight lifting will probably help you the most.
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The best time to exercise is the time you are most likely to do it. If exercising at night fits your schedule better, then by all means do it then. If getting a workout first thing in the morning makes you feel more energetic, all the better.
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Whenever you exercise, try to work to the point where you feel warm and slightly out of breath. If you do, you can be sure that you’re doing the best you can to burn lots of fat and glucose, increase your level of fitness, and improve your health.
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Do balance exercises every day — the benefits only last as long you do the exercises. If you stay consistent, you should see improvements in just a few weeks.
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General treatment guidelines for ketones include drinking plenty of water, taking insulin to bring down the blood glucose level, and rechecking for ketones, as well as checking blood glucose every three to four hours. If the ketone level does not go down, or if it goes up, go to the hospital — this constitutes a medical emergency.
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Perform a ketone test if your blood glucose level is above 240 mg/dl, your insulin pump malfunctions and causes an interruption in insulin delivery, if you feel ill, if you experience traumatic stress, or if you have any symptoms of ketoacidosis such as increased urination, stomachache, or dry mouth.
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