We all have personality types that we are genetically and environmentally predisposed to. These personality types can be divided into agressive, moderate and easygoing. Our personality traits will effect how we approach all aspects in life including an exercise program.

The aggressive personality is always driving themselves, usually a workaholic and often gets impatient or nervous. The moderate personality is well balanced between work and rest. Easygoing personality types are more passive and laid back.

When embarking on an exercise routine, the aggressive type A personality will have to consciously avoid pushing themselves past the point of pain when exercising. Once you experience pain during a workout, the muscles will tense up and more pain will follow. If you are engaged in an activity such as yoga, you must deliberately remind yourself not to push too hard and to slowly, deeply breathe.

For a moderate personality type, you can strive to improve in your exercise routine. A moderate personality individual will recognize days when they are more energetic and ambitious and can push themselves harder at these times.

An easygoing passive personality type will need to push themselves to get started on an exercise routine. A yoga program would be well suited for the easygoing type. The extensions of yoga are slower and at a more relaxed pace. Yoga is a gentle means of getting exercise.

Whatever your personality type, take it into consideration when starting and selecting a workout. If you are the aggressive type, take care not to injure yourself or tear muscles and tendons. A workout should be for health improvement and not be taken to excess too soon.

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