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Eat the Wrong Foods? Never Exercise? Don't Worry, It's Never Too Late to Get Back in Shape

ABC News: "The No. 1 thing you should do is establish some very specific goals," said personal trainer Jim Karas.

More common sense tips:

If you're going out to lunch, walk there instead of driving.

Within reason, walk up the steps to your office instead of taking the elevator.

Make your lunch at home and bring it to work instead of ordering take-out.

Take walks during your breaks and make sure you don't sit too long if you have a sedentary or desk job.

Perhaps the most important thing those who wish to get back into shape should remember is to be patient.

Consult your doctor before resuming an exercise routine.

Don't expect immediate results and remember that changing a lifestyle is a process.

If you haven't exercised regularly in some time, start with a half an hour of light exercise for two or three days out of the week and the gradually increase the workout over time.

Don't believe that you can handle a six-day exercise routine immediately.

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