Fitness From the Pro

When it comes to lifting weights having proper lifting techniques is crucial!! If not for any other reason, than to eliminate any injuries. If you are brand new to lifting weights it would be advisable to stick to weight machines. Weight machines already have the predetermined range of motion tracking. Use the weight machines until you can get properly trained by a fitness professional.

Another reason to use proper lifting techniques is to meet your weight training goals! If you are doing an exercise improperly, you may not be targeting the correct muscles and/or will not see any gains or results in your program. If you are just starting out, perhaps lift with a friend, or someone knowledgeable about weight lifting will work for you. Be wary, however, because maybe your friend isn’t performing the exercise properly either.

On my website, Fitnessfromthepro.com, I have a specific article describing and illustrating Correct Form for squats, chest press and incline/decline flys you may find helpful.