Always use collars on free weight equipment. Always use a spotter when lifting with free weights. Replace equipment on the racks after you are done with it. Do not drop the weights or let them bang down on the weight machines. Do not rest your back on a mirror and perform a lift.
Weights get dangerously close to the glass.
Lift weights under control. Don't hold your breath while lifting as this may cause a dangerously high blood pressure response. For those students who wish to develop strength, a strength test format will be utilized. For those students who wish to develop endurance or tone, an endurance test format will be utilized. All students will be required to make a presentation or write a paper on weight training topics.