It is not possible for all of us to keep a personal fitness instructor who can guide us in our slow but gradual exercise regime but there are always ways and means of learning the tricks of exercising scientifically which would lead to a fit and slim body and which will all you to loose weight gradually.

While chalking out your exercise plan you need to keep in mind your existing body weight, the initial duration of exercising which your body can endure, the workout intensity your body requires and the frequency of exercising.

What is your existing body weight and how does it affect your desire to exercise? This is a very important question as if you are obese or super obese you may need a medical checkup or advise before you plan your exercise. Your body weight and other physical features decide how much endurance you have and up to what limits you body can take the pressure of physical activity. You must not think of yourself as a super hero and start with a 3-4 hour workout. 

To exercise scientifically the exercise routine must start with say 10 to 15 minutes of light exercise and gradually inch its way up to reaching an hour or two by the end of the first six months. This will not only help your body to gear up for the exercise routine but your body will absorb the impact of the exercising with out any harmful effects. Regular and gradual up-gradation of the exercise will slowly and gradually reduce your weight, make your body agile, flexible and after some times fit. If your aim is weight loss through exercise then the exercise plan needs to be supplemented with a fat free, nutrients rich diet which will help you in the long run in achieving your target weight.