How should I modify Essentrics if I am new, sedentary, or dealing with health issues?

If you’re new to the technique, have been sedentary for a while or suffer from any health issues—we recommend you start with the "Getting Started" collection on Essentrics TV.

With any type of exercise, it is vital to listen to your own body and move at your own capacity. You can do our workout “loose like a ragdoll” until you begin to build strength in your muscles. If a movement ever feels painful or uncomfortable, it’s best to stop that particular movement. It may be that you are pushing yourself too deep in that exercise. Try again another time more “loosely and gently” to see if this helps. Depending on your health issue, there may be certain exercises that need to be tweaked or eliminated from your workout until you begin to heal any existing pain or injury.