What type of exercise and how much is considered OK?
If you haven’t been exercising at all, wait three to four weeks until you have adapted to the Medifast program. Then start your exercise plan very slowly. Begin with gentle walking, 10 to 20 minutes per day, then gradually increase the amount. If you have been exercising prior to starting Medifast, cut your current plan by half during the first three weeks, then gradually build it back up.
If you haven’t been exercising at all, you must get medical approval for an exercise program. If approved, wait three to four weeks until you have adapted to the TLC program. Then start your exercise plan very slowly. If approved, begin with gentle walking, 10 to 20 minutes per day, then gradually increase the amount. If you have been exercising prior to starting TLC, check with Dr. Battista. Usually you should cut your current plan by half during the first three weeks, then gradually build it back up.
