Please suggest important questions to ask your doctor about exercising more.

Always: Always make sure that you ask your doctor what is the best way to start a new program.

Ask: Ask your doc if they exercise regularly, and get their tips on how to fit into a busy schedule.

Discuss: Discuss with your doctor the best ways to measure your progress in a healthy exercise program.

If: If you have a history of cardiac disease, be sure that you are cleared for high intensity levels.

If: If certain vigorous forms of exercise are recommended / safe for you.

Is: Are certain exercises safe for my arthritic joints?

Is: Is my heart healthy enough for an unsupervised exercise program? You might need cardiac rehab.

How: How often, how long & what type of exercise is specifically the best to keep me in shape?

Is: Is it better to run barefoot or in running shoes?

Prescriptions: Prescriptions for health clubs or exercise equipment may be helpful for tax deductions.

If: If injured, request an appropriate educational program for rehab exercise.

Ask: Ask what forms of exercise are best for you based on your medical history/past injuries/surgeries.