I was just wondering if this was normal.

Say i'm in second gear, when I accelerate my shifter will pull back, there seems to be alot of play. Is that normal? Loose engine mounts? I'm not sure if it is a problem just something that concerns me. It did that since ive had it.

Also. is putting the car in gear when its off bad if you dont press the clutch in?? My friend was ****ing with it when i was parked and was just wondering if it decreases life of the synchros or w/e