**Common Mistakes To Not Make In The Gym**

Ever wonder what you are doing wrong when you enter a gym? We are all not perfect and we make mistakes, but there are some common simple mistakes that could hurt us in the long run. Here are some tips and advise to stay safe and make your workout most effective.

** Lifting Too Much Weight**
Could possible be the most popular mistake made. We all want to reach our goals and show off how much weight we can lift, but playing it safe with a weight you can handle is much more safe and the best way to increase muscular strength. Ultimately leading to heavier weights being lifted.

**Not Stretching Enough**
Stretch immediately before and after any aerobic activity to prevent injuries or any future injuries.

** Not Drinking Enough Water**
Don't wait until you are so dehydrated you are about to pass out to drink water. Make sure that you have water with you at all times to stay hydrated.

**Jerking When Lifting Weights**
Its common to loose focus when lifting weights and jerk to complete the entire motion. Doing this can lead to strain and injury. Control the weight and don't let it control you.

**Exercising Too Intensely**
It great your giving it your all and putting all your energy into your training, but its more effective to sustain a moderate workout for a longer period of time than to work intensely for a few minutes.

**Not Exercising Intensely Enough**
Exercise intensely enough to get your heart rate up in your target heart rate zone and work up a light sweat.

**Leaning Heavily Over The Treadmill/Elliptical/Stairstepper**
If you are leaning over the machine it is likely that you are putting pressure on your wrists and back which can lead to injury. Lower the intensity so that you can maintain good posture while resting your hand lightly on the handles only for balance.