I hate exercise. Is there a way for me to find my inner athlete?

Q: I’m a beginning exerciser and I’m a bit overwhelmed with starting an exercise program.  What should I do?  

A: Start slowly.  Do not perform more than 3 sessions of exercise per week to avoid muscle soreness.  Don't try to do too much all at once, because you won't stick with everything.  Stick with one thing (like walking) and make it a habit.  Once it has become habitual, you can introduce a new activity.   Also, try to get a friend or co-worker to begin with you so that you have another person. Start with walking, even pool walking for the summertime. These are easy activities that are low- impact activities.  Whatever activity you start, try to do it at a pace where you can tolerate up to 20 minutes of continuous activity.