What strategies should you use to ensure that your weightlifting sessions are safe?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Answers should include a combination of the following:
• Make an appointment with a specialist/trainer to ensure you learn proper techniques.
• Always warm up before lifting.
• Work out with a partner who can "spot" you.
• Breathe in as you lift the weight and out as you release the weight back to the starting position.
• Focus on the muscle you are trying to work.
• Equally train opposing muscle groups.
• Take your time.
• Only use weight your body can handle without having to engage additional muscles or momentum.

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