machines

The machines versus free weights debate has literally been going on for decades. Certain key figures that spearheaded this controversy, such as Arthur Jones, didn’t do a good job of representing this debate as his knowledge of sports science was insufficient. He was biased as the inventor of...

FREE WEIGHTS VS. MACHINES I've become less of a "tribal" thinker over the years. Earlier in my career, I believed that resistance-training machines were inferior to free weights. I'd argue that machines only required you to overcome the resistance, not control it. Put another way, I believed...

So 2 guys next to me benching walk away from their bench, dont strip or wipe it. I see them 15 minutes later and ask them if they are still using it they say 'no' I respond strip it and wipe it. Little fuckers actually listened! lol Whats so hard about picking up after yourself?!

Free weights and machines are both good to use while working out. As is the case with many "this or that" concerns pertaining to fitness, the answer ultimately depends on your current level of fitness and your desired end result. In general, weight machines are an excellent tool for novices...

So many commercial gyms out there are only investing in machine equipment. If you go to one of these gyms, this might be the perfect workout for you! WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Beginner Program Duration6 weeks Days Per Week 4 Time Per Workout30-60...

QUESTION Several old-school lifters at my gym shun all but the most basic machines in favor of free-weight exercises. What’s your take on machines versus barbells and dumbbells? ANSWER Building maximal muscle mass requires a program that emphasizes free weights, particularly multi-joint...

QUESTION Isn’t my buddy a wimp for using machines sometimes, instead of sticking with free weights? ANSWER Live and learn, as I did. My image is “blood and guts,” hardcore training, with 440-pound reverse-grip barbell rows, crashing iron, free weights only, and me disappearing into a...