Beauty

6 Things you need to get fit: Sam Murphy explains why you need them and where to get the one that's right for you

1) A PEDOMETER<br>
1) A PEDOMETER
 Walking to get fit? Then a pedometer can help make it regular and brisk enough to improve general fitness and maintain a healthy weight...
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2) GOOD TRAINERS<br>
2) GOOD TRAINERS
 Good quality, supportive footwear is essential for any weight-bearing activity with impact (and yes, that includes walking)...
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3) A WATERPROOF JACKET<br>
3) A WATERPROOF JACKET
 There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing. Having a breathable wind and waterproof jacket can make all the difference in determining whether you get out the front door or remain on the sofa...
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4) A SPORTS BRA<br>
4) A SPORTS BRA
 Not wearing a supportive bra when exercising can lead to irreversible sagging. "It can stretch the ligaments which support the breasts," explains Selaine Messem of LessBounce, a specialist sports-bra mail order company...
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5) A HEART-RATE MONITOR<br>
5) A HEART-RATE MONITOR
 Heart-rate monitoring might sound a bit technical, but there are two great reasons to use it...
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6) THE RIGHT DRINK<br>
6) THE RIGHT DRINK
 If your workouts are between 45 and 60 minutes, and you don't exercise daily, choose water to stay hydrated. But if you do longer workouts or work up a sweat on a daily basis then use an isotonic sports drink...
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