Beginner’s weight-loss exercise plan

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If you haven’t exercised in a while, or it’s the first time you’ve tried, getting started can be hard work. We’ve put together a simple plan to help guide you through your first four weeks. As you get fitter, keep challenging yourself by slowly increasing the intensity of your exercise.

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Date modified: 8 April 2026

First published: April 2018

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