Mayo Clinic Minute: How to jump-start your workout

Many people promise to exercise more in the new year, but jump-starting your workout routine can be challenging if you've been sitting on the couch for a while. It can seem like a daunting task.

Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur, director of the Robert and Arlene Kogod Center on Aging at Mayo Clinic, says it's never too late to get moving, even if you're an older adult.

Starting a workout program or being physically active takes motivation and commitment. The key is to start slowly and do something you take pleasure in.

Being active can build muscle strength and improve cognitive and cardiovascular health.

And for those young at heart, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week.
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