When you think of weight machines, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many, it’s clunky gym equipment that feels like it belongs in a beginner’s corner or a rehab clinic. But that ...

There’s a lot of debate about weight machines in the fitness world. Some people gravitate towards them because they seem a heck of a lot easier than cranking out some reps with a pair of dumbbells or ...

To build a chest approaching Superman proportions, you'll need a heavy press somewhere in your training plan. Most lifters will start using a barbell, but there are limits to what you can accomplish, ...

Walk into any gym and you’ll be met with a sea of weight machines. With so many options, it’s easy for even the most seasoned lifters to feel overwhelmed. Between the dozen gym machines that claim to ...

When you think of weight machines, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many, it’s clunky gym equipment that feels like it belongs in a beginner’s corner or a rehab clinic. But that ...

TRAINING FOR YOUR target physique will always be more complicated than just hoisting some weights, flexing in the mirror, and praying for muscle growth. You'll need to follow a smart plan—and then, ...

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Before I began coaching, I used weight machines all the time. I didn't know how to properly use free weights and felt very insecure in the weight room. Machines provided a simple solution to help me ...

Rep per rep, nothing beats free-weight, compound movements. Think: squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and rows. These weight room staples tap multiple muscle groups at once, hike up your heart rate, ...