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Before You Start a New Exercise Routine: A Personal Readiness Checklist

From sleep and hydration to health conditions and footwear, use this checklist to make sure you're set up for a safe and sustainable start to exercise.

By Health & Wellness Editorial Team · Jul 26, 2025 · 6 min read

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Before You Start a New Exercise Routine: A Personal Readiness Checklist

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