swolenbeast

The studies I am speaking of are doing cardio on an empty stomach upon waking. This is a little different than working out in the afternoon on an empty stomach.

Also need to mention they have done studies that prove you can burn more fat in the morning on a empty stomach. But you will also have people saying that's not true. Google it and see for your self.

First thing in the morning I have a protein shake and a banana. I also have that pre workout or post workout.

I second pickles.

Well like I said smith machines work great for fitness. Don't get me wrong though. I have many friends in power lifting that do assistance work on a smith. Maybe I'm being to complicated. Smith machines will give u strenth hands down. They will be much better than the couch and a bag of potato chips. Good job on your…

Smith machines defiantly have a place. If you squat or deadlift on a smith the weights would be comparable but not the same. Maybe ten to fifteen percent different. the big advantage to free weight squats and deadlifts is the engagement of the stabilizer muscles. If your in it for fitness they will do just fine. If your in…

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