Correcting form, grip, and elbow position during gym exercises is essential to prevent injury and maximize muscle engagement. Here's a breakdown of how to correct and maintain proper: 💪 1. Bench Press (Flat/Incline/Decline) Grip: Slightly wider than shoulder-width. Common Mistake: Too wide or narrow grip. Elbows: 45° angle from the body. Mistake: Flaring elbows (90°) increases shoulder injury risk. Form Tips: Feet flat on the floor. Retract scapula (pinch shoulder blades). Keep wrists straight and stacked over elbows. 🏋️‍♂️ 2. Overhead Shoulder Press (Barbell/Dumbbell) Grip: Just outside shoulder-width. Elbows: Start just below shoulder height, directly under wrists. Mistake: Elbows flared out to the sides or too far forward. Form Tips: Engage core. Don’t arch lower back. Press in a straight line over the head, not in front. 🏋️‍♀️ 3. Deadlift (Conventional) Grip: Hands just outside your knees (shoulder-width). Elbows: Locked out and close to your body. Mistake: Bent elbows or elbows pointing outward. Form Tips: Hips and shoulders rise together. Neutral spine, chest up. Bar stays close to the shins. 🏋️ 4. Barbell Row / Bent-over Row Grip: Slightly wider than shoulder-width. Elbows: Pull towards the hips, not flared. Mistake: Elbows flaring wide = traps/delts over-engaged. Form Tips: Keep back flat, torso around 45°. Squeeze shoulder blades at the top. 🏋️ 5. Pull-Ups / Lat Pulldown Grip: Wider than shoulder-width for more lat engagement. Elbows: Drive elbows down and in, not back. Mistake: Elbows flaring wide = reduced lat activation. Form Tips: Pull chest to bar. Avoid swinging or using momentum. 🦵 6. Squats (Back / Front / Goblet) Grip: Hands close in, elbows pointing down (goblet/front), back squat – grip varies. Elbows: Back squat: Elbows under bar, pointing down or slightly back. Front squat: Elbows high to keep the bar from falling. Form Tips: Knees track over toes. Chest up, spine neutral. Weight on midfoot to heel. 💪 7. Bicep Curl (Barbell/Dumbbell) Grip: Shoulder-width, supinated (palms up). Elbows: Keep tucked close to torso. Mistake: Elbows swinging forward/back = momentum, not muscle. Form Tips: Control eccentric (lowering) phase. Avoid swinging your back. 🦾 8. Triceps Pushdown (Cable) Grip: Overhand (rope or bar), shoulder-width or narrower. Elbows: Locked near sides, hinge only at elbows. Mistake: Elbows flaring or moving forward. Form Tips: Full extension at bottom. Don’t lean too far over the cable. ✅ General Tips to Maintain Proper Form Warm-up properly. Use mirrors or record your sets. Start light and master the form. Focus on tempo – slow controlled reps > fast sloppy ones. If unsure, consult a coach or trainer. #gymtips #gymtipsforbeginners #workout - @finessroutine