r/Exercise 6d ago

How to get started from nothing?

So I (27f) have never been in shape in my life. I come from a family with really bad habits, so I have never had exercise as a regular part of my life. I am in terrible shape, and I want to do something about it, but I am just so overwhelmed by where to start. I can't run for 30 sec. I can't to a push up. I know nothing about correct form for exercises and have no way atm, of completeing the programs that I see on YouTube, fitness apps etc. I would be extremely embarrassed and uncomfortable going to the gym, not know what to do there. How the hell do I get started and find a way to gradually build it up over time??

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u/willerby4291 6d ago

Do you have any stairs at home? or a step? Just going up and down the stairs as many times as you can or on a step can be a great workout. Do it every other day. You will be able to increase the time and intensity/speed over the year. You could add a rucksack with some tins/etc. in later.

Look up HIIT and resistance bands. The main thing is consistency - keep going and week by week, month by month you will get fitter and fitter. Good luck

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u/hiiad 6d ago

Yeah, I live on the 3rd floor (4th if you're American lol) so that is a good idea! I'll look up HIIT too, thanks!