When going to the gym,we alway have to keep safety at the back of our minds so as to avoid common gym accidents such as these:
-knee injuries
-wrist sprain or dislocation
-tendinitis
-shoulder injury
-.muscle pull and strain
-sprained ankle .
These injuries can easily be avoided through the following ways:

1. Know your trouble spots:

Tailor your workout for problem areas. For example, if you have arthritisin your knees, you'll want to build up strength. But don't do exercises that hurt. And be sure to start out lightly.

2. Rest:

Take 1 to 2 days off a week to rest. Rest days give your body a chance to recover between workouts. That can help prevent injuries.

3. Dress right:

Wear the proper gear for your workout. If you are a runner, wear a good pair of running shoes that fit properly. If you are a biker, always wear a helmet.

4. Ease into it:

When you begin an exercise routine or start a new workout program, start slowly. Then gradually build up the intensity, duration, and frequency.
Don't push yourself too hard. As your fitness abilities increase, you will be able to challenge yourself more.

5. See a trainer:

Before starting a weightlifting or exercise routine, meet with a trainer. He or she can show you how to work out correctly. The trainer will help you create a safe and realistic exercise program.

6. Listen to your body:

The "no pain, no gain" philosophy can set you up for an injury. You can get fit without feeling pain. Don't push yourself to the point of pain. If you feel pain, you may be injured. Stop your workout, and rest for a day.

7. Cross-train:

Vary your workout. Don't overuse one set of muscles. Repeating the same muscle movements frequently can lead to overuse and repetitive-use injuries such as shin splintsand tendinitis. Some ways to vary your workout:
-Run on Day One.
-Lift weights on Day Two.
-Swim or cycle on Day Three.

8. Stretch:

dynamic stretching before and after you work out. This will help increase flexibility. Research is conflicting as to whether it can also help prevent injury, It's best to stretch after you warm up and cool down.