Common Gym Mistakes That Lead to Injuries
Going to the gym is one of the best decisions for your health — but small mistakes can quickly turn workouts into injury risks. Many gym injuries happen not because of workouts themselves, but because of wrong habits, poor recovery, and ignoring body signals. Let’s understand the most common mistakes and how proper recovery support — including magnesium-based care like oil sprays and body lotions — can be part of a smarter routine. 1️⃣ Skipping Warm-Up Many people jump straight into heavy workouts. But cold muscles are stiff and more likely to tear or strain. Warm-ups increase blood flow and prepare joints and muscles for movement. Cold muscles = higher strain risk 5–10 minutes warm-up reduces injury chances Improves workout performance Research notes that intense workouts without warming up significantly increase strain risk and injury probability. Pro Tip: Light cardio + dynamic stretches before lifting. 2️⃣ Using Poor Form or Copying Others Bad technique shi...