Canada Goose
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People say these aren't good yet they stay getting heavy usage at the gym...?
Why are weight machines so popular at the gym?
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Plankton
All Star
Impressive Selfies. Duh!
I think because they are more self-explanatory...the machine usually only operates in one way. Whereas with barbells or dumbbells if you don”t know what to do you are screwed.
Clay Puppington
rabid
Less chance for injury...
Easier...
Despite the flack they get they are good for isolating some muscles
Less time to set up.
Machines are good and free weights are also good.
Easier...
Despite the flack they get they are good for isolating some muscles
Less time to set up.
Machines are good and free weights are also good.
MajorVitaman
Superstar
They're good for beginners trying to get the movements down or if you're trying to isolate a certain body part
Just don't let machines become your crutch
Just don't let machines become your crutch
Some of the newer machines are so intimidating...I look at ‘em and be like:
“wtf am I supposed to do with this thing?”
MajorVitaman
Superstar
Some of the newer machines are so intimidating...I look at ‘em and be like:
Must have been the multi hip or assisted pull up machines
BlackAchilles
Veteran
Cause its easier and ppl are lazy
Real question is WHY CAN'T nikkaS PUT WEIGHTS AND CLIPS BACK AFTER USING THEM, IT'S NOT THAT HARD!!!-
Real question is WHY CAN'T nikkaS PUT WEIGHTS AND CLIPS BACK AFTER USING THEM, IT'S NOT THAT HARD!!!-
Less chance of an injury. For example, my knees are fukked up and I have to be very careful with my back, so if I want to train my legs and back, I prefer using machines for some muscle groups
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AquaCityBoy
Veteran
I use them both.
Free weights for all the major compounds, machines for some accessory work.
Machines are only an issue when people over rely on them, like people who can barely squat two plates to depth but can throw 7-8 on each side of the leg press.
But considering squats and deadlifts are 'cac exercises' according to The Coli, that's probably 90% of this board.
Free weights for all the major compounds, machines for some accessory work.
Machines are only an issue when people over rely on them, like people who can barely squat two plates to depth but can throw 7-8 on each side of the leg press.
But considering squats and deadlifts are 'cac exercises' according to The Coli, that's probably 90% of this board.
Give gym staff sumn to do besides stand around and look at ppl
Because they are safer (especially if recovering from injury) or for people who are not as advanced in lifting techniques. Lack of proper form can at best, hinder your workout and recovery and at worst seriously fukk you up. Free weights should be left to people with experience.