5 mistakes you make on gym equipment

Holding the handrail of the treadmill is less harmless than you may think.

1. You hold the handrail of the treadmill

You may last longer on the treadmill if you hold on, but you burn more calories moving your arms with it.

2. You pull and push the handles of the crosstrainer

On the crosstrainer, the emphasis of the training is on your legs. When you pull the levers, your shoulders secretly do the work your legs should do.

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3. You use your back on the rowing machine

Get the power out of your legs. You also run a higher risk of injury if you take the power from your lower back.

4. You pick up too light weights

Dare to challenge yourself. If you've been training with the same weight for months or doing 20 reps with ease, it's time to use some extra weight.

5. You are setting the devices incorrectly

By taking the trouble to set up the equipment correctly, you will achieve your desired training goal and you will run less risk of injuries.

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