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kevintth
post Jul 2 2013, 04:05 PM

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QUOTE(decypher @ Jun 3 2013, 05:10 PM)
Hi guys,

In most gyms there are many kinds of machines for strength training. There is, usually, also a free weights area with the mirrors and benches.

Which do you prefer?

I understand that machines may restrict movement and free weights allow a wider range of motion, but it takes time to learn about how to use the dumbbells and barbells correctly.

Do you move from machines to free weights when the machines no longer satisfy you, as in, not resistant enough?

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IMO... Free weight is like more for building mass, machines are more for those who do not want the trouble to add in / remove plates and can go for next set in short period.

QUOTE(bonzaimy @ Jun 26 2013, 12:18 AM)
I like to ise machine but seldom ise it because people cannot re rack the plate. And its not a freaking 10kg but more than 100kg on each side.I dont understand this kind of attitude.
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Forgive them lolx... they're big enough to lift super heavy weight, but exhausted cant rerack/put back the weight haha...

 

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