The 5 Gym Machines You Need To Stop Using ASAP
Free weights tend to be better for these reasons: (1:35)
#1 - Real-world carryover.
#2 - Requires more stability.
#3 - Forms to your body, not the other way around.
Criteria for determining which machines suck: (6:12)
#1 - Higher risk of injury.
#2 - Far better versions available.
The 5 gym machines you need to stop using ASAP: (8:28)
#1 - Pec deck (arms externally rotated).
#2 - Ab crunch machines (encourage hip flexor).
#3 - Tricep extension machine (never right length).
#4 - Most glute machines.
#5 - Back extension machine.
Listener Questions:
#1 - What is the value of machines? (28:57)
#2 - What are your favorite machines? (31:38)
#3 - Plate loaded vs weight stacks. Any difference? (33:36)
#4 - Favorite cardio machine? (35:55)
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