Warm up before lifting
Choose the right weight
Learn proper form first
Keep your back straight
Engage your core
Move with control
Breathe steadily
Exhale during the lift
Inhale during the lowering phase
Use a full range of motion
Start with compound exercises
Train all major muscle groups
Increase weight gradually
Rest between sets
Avoid lifting through pain
Use a spotter for heavy lifts
Keep workouts consistent
Allow muscles to recover
Stretch after training
Track your progress