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I'm unfit and i want to start exercising and goin 2 the gym but i get out of breath and dizzy quickly. what should i do?

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Dr. Richard Humes answered

Start slowly: You knew this answer. Go outside before the gym. Start walking and doing something active every day.

Answered 9/5/2013

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A member asked:

I'm unfit and i want to start exercising and goin 2 the gym but i get out of breath and dizzy quickly. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Humes answered

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