No matter what method you use to stay physically fit, it's important to include weight training in your exercise program.
MARQUETTE -- No matter what method you use to stay physically fit, it's important to include weight training in your exercise program. But you must use proper lifting techniques, otherwise you could experience problems later on.
It's all about proper form and posture.
As I've been progressing through my 12-week personal training program, I've gotten more exposure to weight training than I ever have before. But it's something that's easier said then done.
"For you, certainly things like keeping your shoulders down and pulling back has been hard because we have this posture; also we've been working a little bit on your imbalance with one shoulder being higher then the other, so pulling that down and holding yourself in that sturdy position," said Jenna Robinson, personal trainer at Ringside Fitness in Marquette.
I''ve also struggled with keeping my knees in alignment with my toes.
Jenna, my personal trainer, says it takes time and practice to feel natural doing the different exercises.
"You're progressing great," she said. "You're really learning how to hold your body in the correct position when performing the exercises, so definitely much better. We still have some work to do, but you're improving."
Technique is different for everyone, and it's mostly dependent on your ability.
"It defeats the purpose to lift a whole bunch of weight if you're not doing it correctly, and you have the risk of either possibly injuring yourself or developing muscles improperly, so the most important thing...once again starting off is to be safe, do it correctly and then progress as your body allows you," said Ringside Fitness Head Trainer Doug Latvala.
After eight weeks of training, I'm down eight pounds, and according to Jenna, still right on track.
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