Fitness Tip | FREE WEIGHTS OR MACHINES?
Although the use of free weights promotes whole-body stabilisation and improvements in balance and proprioception, it doesn’t necessarily mean they are significantly better than weight machines. In fact, no form of weightlifting is better than the other - it all boils down to your preference, ability and objectives.
What's more important is your weightlifting technique, not the type of weightlifting device you use. Using proper form wi
th controlled and deliberate movements is the key to working your muscles correctly. Lifting weights that are appropriate for you is also important for injury prevention, especially if you want to avoid painful muscle tears.
Although it's essential to progressively increase your exercise intensity, overexerting yourself only causes more pain, not more muscle. Therefore, keep to controlled and correct weight lifting techniques if you want to minimise injury risk and achieve your objectives...no matter whether you’re working with free weights or machines.
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