smith machine basics and tips

[JasonPriest]

I'm a big fan of free weights as much as possible my gyms have Smith machine but I suggest using other things too

 

[Zyglamail]

I can't stand the Smith machine

 

[Shrine]

Smith machine is okay you have to be smart though about how you use it

 

[caligirl85]

have a personal training you give you some Basics on the best way to take advantage of it

 

[zedhed]

you won't go wrong with free weights but Smith machine isn't that bad

 

[Noah Wixx]

I've been utilizing smith machines since my early 20s I typically do my compound movements with them, the rest of my work is dumbbell and machines.

I try and utilize dumbbell work as much ae possible, if u use smith machine to much and stop utilizing free weights you will weaken the stabilizer muscles and you don't want that, it could lead to injury.

 

[ballin2504]

I’m a fan of them for certain exercises

 

[25homes]

my advice is avoid them. I hate Smith machine and my belief is you're more prone to injuries using it

I agree hard on shoulders

 

[RoySimpson]

Body weight workouts are great!!