Exercise for life by Melissa

Safety

Warm-up your muscles first

Know proper use of machines, and use correct form

Do not exercise alone when using weights (spotter)

Don’t "over train"; know your limits, and increase intensity gradually

Breathing

Don’t hold your breath!

Exhale with Exertion

Perform shortening and lengthening phases of each exercise

Balance your muscle use

Strengthen opposing muscle groups

Use both sides of your body for each exercise