Safety Precautions and Basic Gym Safety
The safety factor at any point of time in the life has
always been given priority by the human-being. Before doing anything,
the most significant aspect taken into prime consideration is of course
safety, like someone has rightly said: 'Safety First'. In case of the
exercises, for obtaining the optimal benefits out of workouts during the
strength training or power training regimen, assured safety boosts the
body builder's confidence. As he is feels guarded against probable
injuries or other complications. But for that it is very important for
the body builder to understand and adhere to all the recommended
precautionary measures. Some of such safety recommendations are appended
below:
Get the comprehensive physical check up before initiating
the strength training program. Perhaps you would be directed to alter
or even avert weight lifting especially if you are facing the muscle or
joint problems, seizure disorders, heart disease, high blood pressure of
hypertension, have had any injuries in the recent past or any other
unwanted physical condition that may be prone to serious consequences or
endanger your life.
Always ensure incorporating warm-ups, stretching or
flexibility and cooling down into your routine program. This may help
you diminishing the risk of injuries by raising your blood flow and
hindering the muscles for the work that you are supposed to do. By using
the appropriate lifting form is essential not only to work the muscles
accurately but also for averting injuries. Try to do the exercises in
full swing but slow pace and controlled method.
While initiating the fresh weight lifting program or the
fresh exercise, start with lighter weights buy choosing the weight that
you are comfortable with and do the warm-up set of 15 repetitions. Then
gradually add more weight to reach to your optimal strength and maintain
that level effectively.
However, during the initial few weeks of your workouts,
attempting to the total muscle fatigue by using the challenging weight
is not ideal move anyway. While trying the new weight or the fresh
routine, the intention should be practicing and perfecting the technique
and learn the method of concentrating on the muscle that your are
exercising.
Proper breathing technique plays the vital role in weight
lifting program, like by holding the breath while lifting the weight
you may be at risk of raised blood pressure and famish your brain of
oxygen. You should try to exhale during the main exertion phase, and
inhale during the phase wherein your resist and come back gradually.
Ensure that the exercise equipments are not lying around
in the workout room avoid stumble over. Ensure using collars to stop
weights from falling off the barbells. Also keep your hands way from the
chains, cams, pulleys as well as weight plates or exercise machines
while they are being used.
While selecting the weight for exercising machine, ensure
pushing the pin-in without fail. Wearing the weight lifting belt
especially while undergoing the exercise that generates stress on the
lower back like bent-over lifts like squats or barbell rows, is
essential.
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