In the present times, working out has become an integral part of our daily lives. Numerous workout strategies and diet plans have been developed for those, who plan to lose weight. Added to this scenario, is the rise of men, who wish to develop six (or is it eight?) packs around their abdominal area. It is at a time like this, when the importance of effective weight training is felt. In fact, to get the best out of any workout, the weights are put to use.
Unfortunately, not many people are educated about how to use them in a way, that they give the much needed boost to the workout. What is the right posture to keep when using weights, how much weight to lift for a particular exercise? These are just a few questions that people ask; many such questions are difficult to answer, even for professional trainers and experts. Weights can give that extra edge to any workout – be it for weight loss or for heavy-duty muscle building. Most people, however, are clueless about how to use them effectively. Thus, read on for some tips to keep in mind while lifting weights.
This is perhaps the most important part of any exercise. Sadly, it is also the most easily overlooked part. Make sure every part of your body is properly stretched. It will decrease the amount of stress and pressure that almost every body part feels, while only a few of them may be involved in the act of actually lifting weights.
Many people try to rush their repetitions, which could be very dangerous. Not only is the whole movement of a certain body part, not effectively extracted, it could result in muscle sprains or, even in some cases, a ligament tear. Slow down the sets so that every muscle in that body part, is properly involved in the workout.
At the end of one range, make sure to pause for a few seconds. For example, when doing the, bench-press, pause when both your arms are fully outstretched. Bring the weight down fully and pause again. This will allow the muscles to get used to the extreme stress and strain.
This is another part of exercise that is often overlooked; ironical, when one thinks about how important breathing is for any living organism. Inhale and exhale, when lifting and set down. Practice diaphragmatic breathing to replenish the, already depleted oxygen levels.
Don’t ever over-work your body. Every workout session, concentrate on one body part. The easiest way of staggering the workout is to divide the workout into chest, shoulders, biceps, triceps, back, legs, and abdomen. In each session, exercise only that body part. Make sure each body part receives a workout only once in a week. Any more stress on any body part, could lead to injuries.
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