Friendly reminder for home gym types....

[Psymonkee]

Just had a little scare the other night when I went to use my flat bench. Sat down on the edge and lifted my dumbells to begin and felt the bench move back to front in a rather wobbly motion!

Turned it over and checked all the bolts - 4 of 10 were coming loose

Here endeth Psymonkee's safety reminder!

 

[Rich_L]

Are you recommending we check our nuts and bolts before working out?

 

[Psymonkee]

I was shooting for that pun but just couldn't open with that

But yes in a nutshell.

Oh dear

 

[Podmonkey]

Somebody forget their aniversary and the wife a bit peeved so tried some tactical vengeance?

On a serious note, it is always a good idea to check out the equipment before (and after in some cases) a workout depending on the machine etc to see what condition its in, either if something just needs tightening or is starting to show signs of wear and should be replaced/repaired before the next use.

 

[G-MAN2004]

I've had a few accidents at home. The most recent was after I had finished doing leg extensions on some cheapo bench I have. I completed my set and forgot about all of the weight on the end, resulting in the bench flipping up as I got off it and the metal parts which holds the bar for BB hitting me in the back. Huge bruise and hurt for days!

 

[oddjob62]

Are you recommending we check our nuts before working out?

Joking aside, all men should check at least every couple of weeks
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[dirtmaster]

how about making sure the disk lock thingy is secure on your bumbells before using! made that mistake a couple of weeks ago!

 

[Makhaira]

bumbells

I believe you can get a cream for that...