"To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear."

As the title implies, exercise is just that: basic. With all of the different types of exercise and exercise equipment out there today, the idea of working out may seem overwhelming or intimidating to some. It doesn't have to be! Exercise can be done almost anywhere and sometimes doesn't even require equipment. The goal is simply to stay active, so something is always better than nothing. There are just a few simple rules to follow. Exercise sessions can be done all at once or broken up throughout the day depending on your schedule or preferences. That being said, a single exercise session should be no shorter than 10 minutes in duration. Your weekly exercise should also be spread over at least three days, instead of being packed into a day or two. When talking about resistance training specifically, you should always allow 48 hours between training any one muscle group for your muscles to rest and rebuild. Two to three minutes of rest should also be taken between sets of a single resistance training exercise. For aerobic and resistance exercise, be sure to follow the level that best suits you. The levels and exercises will not vary based on gender; however, since males are generally stronger than females, they will most likely use a greater weight for weighted exercises and may be able to complete more reps/sets than females. In general, choose a weight that you will be able to maintain for the given number of reps and sets. For more information regarding these levels, see "Before You Get Started." Following these simple rules will help you to get the most out of your workout and achieve your fitness goals.