Men and women who have been inactive for a while should start a physical fitness routine sensibly.  Speak with your doctor before embarking on an exercise regimen.  Some suggestions for the inactive: 

• Begin by choosing moderate-intensity activities you enjoy the most. By choosing activities you enjoy, you'll be more likely to stick with them.

• Gradually build up the time spent doing the activity by adding a few minutes every few days or so until you can comfortably perform a minimum recommended amount of activity (30 minutes per day).

• As the minimum amount becomes easier, gradually increase either the length of time performing an activity or increase the intensity of the activity, or both.

• Vary your activities, both for interest and to broaden the range of benefits.

• Explore new physical activities.

• Reward and acknowledge your efforts.

"To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first."  ~ William Shakespeare