Choose to practice with professional instructors, not influencers

We’ve all been sucked into doing a HIIT session with an influencer who has an app or a book to push but no qualifications. This time around, go for PTs and yogis who have diplomas or are accredited with a professional body. “This verifies their teaching so that they have the necessary training to instruct you safely, and can provide you with guidance for your home workouts,” explains Dr Cooper.

Steer clear of moves you’ve not tried in-person

He warns that while it’s great to be ambitious, it’s safer to try new moves out in a class rather than attempting them on your own. That goes for inventions like headstands or trying for a PB in your home weights set-up.

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