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another machines vs free weights discussion

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  • collinj8
    collinj8 Posts: 98 Member
    I can understand that. Trainers are like underwear. They have to fit you perfectly or you are just going to be uncomfortable.
  • MissTattoo
    MissTattoo Posts: 1,203 Member
    ^_^ Update: Free weights are better. Oh man I am really feeling it today. I do like some of the machines better though like the lat pull down and the twisty ab thing, but I will start doing flies and squats in the free weight room.
  • Furbuster
    Furbuster Posts: 254 Member
    I have been using the machines now for about a month and been watching peole on the free weights. I am unsure about using free weights as I have a back problem of 15 years and the machines give me back support.

    I am very careful with technique and make sure my back/arms/wrists are properly aligned.

    Would it be wise to stay on the machines until my back is stronger?
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    What I want to know is am I not getting an effective workout by staying on the Cybex machines?

    No.

    Should I just man up and go into the weight room and ditch Cybex?

    Yes

    Any other answer is incorrect. You'll get a 100% better workout in 50% of the time you would spend on the machines.
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