Neutral spine
Natural curves maintained under load.
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Fitness: Safety & Cueing
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Brace
Create trunk stiffness for lifts.
Valsalva caution
Breath-hold raises blood pressure.
Knee tracking
Knees follow toes; avoid collapse.
Shoulder packing
Stable scapulae for pressing/pulling.
Spotting
Assist safely on risky lifts.
Equipment check
Collars, cables, benches secure.
Emergency action plan
Know AED/exits/contacts.
RICE (legacy)
Rest/ice/compression/elevation concept (evolving).
Pain vs discomfort
Stop sharp/joint pain; reassess.
Regression
Easier variation of an exercise.
Progression
Harder variation when ready.
External cue
Focus attention outside body ('push floor').
Internal cue
Focus on muscle/joint feeling.