With so many types of exercises out there and different foods to eat, the novice person attempting to get fit might just get lost in the sea of information available on the web. Before it becomes too overwhelming for you, read these tips to find out how you can do some simple everyday things to get in great shape.

Be accountable for the exercise you do. Try joining a gym just because spending the money makes you more likely to be there and using those resources. If you can’t join a gym, pair up with a friend or two so that you can support each other. Being accountable to someone or something makes you more likely to stick with your workouts.

Try joining sites like Fitocracy or My Fitness Pal to log your exercise and calorie intake. Not only are they good for seeing where you need improvement, but it’s also a community of people with the same goals as you and can give you tips and ideas as well as encouragement.

Have a timer handy when doing exercises at home. When using an exercise ball it is helpful to time each exercise so you know how long you are in each position. Holding each position for a specified length of time helps you build muscles and reach your fitness goals.

A different way to exercise and maintain fitness while also having a good outlet for stress are sledge hammer exercises. By hitting a sledgehammer against a big rubber tire you will work your upper body in a way that it is most likely not used to being worked. This shock to the body will boost fitness.

Be careful not to let misinformation mislead you. There is a lot of stuff out there floating around about how to become a fit person, but take it from the experts who put together the tips you have just read — real information is the key to your success with anything in life, especially fitness.