1782: When Machines Are Better Than Free Weights

Published: March 31, 2022, midnight

In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin compare free weights with machines and highlight the instances when machines are better than free weights.

  • Why Mind Pump is NOT anti-machines. (2:10)
  • The history of workout equipment. (3:38)
  • Why the guys mostly advocate for free weights over machines. (10:25)
  • #1 \u2013 Strength carryover. (10:37)
  • #2 \u2013 The free weights follow the person. (15:51)
  • #3 \u2013 Stability component. (21:12)
  • #4 \u2013 Build more muscle and burn more body fat. (24:48)
  • When Machines Are Better Than Free Weights.
  • #1 \u2013 Doesn't challenge stability. (26:52)
  • #2 \u2013 Target/isolate specific areas. (30:30)
  • #3 \u2013 Novelty. (34:55)
  • #4 \u2013 Some exercises are ineffective with free weights. (35:23)
  • #5 \u2013 Priming benefits. (37:28)
  • #6 \u2013 Some exercises are superior to free weights. (39:22)
  • #7 \u2013 Easy volume and less stress on the body. (40:53)
  • #8 \u2013 Allows you to have an adjustable resistance curve. (43:32)
  • Mind Pump\u2019s favorite machines. (48:30)

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