Mistake #5. Not doing a thorough warm-up
This is one of the biggest mistakes many women and men, make in the gym. Most people walk in, go right to the machine or free weights that they plan on using, pick their working weight, and get after it. If they’re really “in-the-know,” they might walk on the treadmill for five minutes to warm-up.
Not only does it increase blood flow to muscles, it also increase your core temperature and get your body prepared for your workout, it’s also fantastic for improving body awareness and increasing your mind-muscle connection. This can help re-teach your body how to perform certain movement patterns using the correct muscle groups and allow for more effective and safe workouts.