Sorry if this has been posted and answered previously....

I have had a treadmill for several years, but it has hardly ever been used except to collect dust. I just recently had DH move it in to a part of the house that I will actually use it. So for the last week I have been walking on it for about 20 minutes each morning, about 1 mile.

I would like to know where I can find a "schedule" of some sort as to how much/how often/how far I should be trying to walk on it. I don't do any other type of exercise and I don't want to go gung ho (spelling??) and burn myself out. My goals are to lose weight and gain some energy.

Can anyone send me in the correct direction? Maybe a podcast, book or a website?

Again, I am not an exercise nut like some of you are. I just want to start slow, but steady. Something that I can actually keep up with.

THANKS in advance!!

I would suggest trying the websites for either of the magazines Shape, Self or Fitness. They all usually have a search area, and if you type in walking plan, you'll more than likely be able to find a starter plan you would like. Here is one that I know of from All You. ALL YOU :: 30-minute workout

I know I saw an article in one of those magazines over the past couple months, so it should be pretty easy to locate. Hope this helps!

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Here are a few for you:

Run/Walk: The 20-Minute Treadmill Hill Workout

Burn 2,000 Calories on the Treadmill

Treadmill Workouts

Hope they help! Great job dusting it off!!! Keep up the hard work!