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FitTip: Don’t Jerk While Lifting Weights |
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Written by Diet Detective Editorial Staff
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Even though you may be pressed for time these days, that's no excuse to plow through your strength training regimen. Doing the moves slowly and using proper form is always the safest, smartest way to work out. When you lift and lower a weight too quickly, you may be using the momentum, rather than your muscles, to do the exercise.
Plus, any kind of rocking motion can set you up for muscle and joint injuries. To make the most of your routine, take two seconds to lift the weight and four seconds to lower the weight back down. Always keep the motion slow and controlled. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 08 July 2006 )
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