Clonge

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For those who workout in a gym. If you see somebody using incorrect form, do you try to instruct him/her?

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+2 Views: 536 Answers: 4 Posted: 12 years ago

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FISH-O

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Actually that doesn't seem like a good idea. People are usually in their own zone...the best way is to point something out quietly to a trainer. They are happy to jump on these things PRONTO and you don't come across as a "Know it all".

12 years ago. Rating: 4
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Clonge

Great idea! I never thought of that. The trainer might even gain a customer!

commented 12 years ago

robertgrist

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Professional gym Instructors should always supervise because you can seriously hurt yourself or others if you don’t do it right. I can bench press 200 lbs but I won’t do that without a spotter.

12 years ago. Rating: 2
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Bob/PKB

Sometimes I watch the guys grunting and straining to lift more weight than they can properly. They are swinging their bodies instead of using the arm muscles they think they are building. I never say anything to them. No one should bench without a spotter.

commented 12 years ago

Bob/PKB

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Actually, I do. When equipment is used incorrectly or breathing techniques are wrong, it can cause injury and even stroke. I always say, "excuse me" before I offer the correction. I include WHY the exercise should be performed correctly and the consequences of not doing so. No one has told me to go to hell yet.