Pros and cons of using Strength Machines.

Looking to get fit in the new year? One of the most popular fitness techniques in gyms today are the strength machines. You have your Dual Pulley Rows, Chest Press, Tricep Dips, Hip Abduction and Adductions, Lat Pulldown, Ab machines, Leg presses, Calf extensions and more. All of these help an individual with toning and muscle gains.

If you are considering using a strength machine for the first time, you should know both the pros and cons.

Pros:

• Various intensities in one weight stack.
• Individuals using these machines are in a fixed plane of motion, limiting any excessive planes of motion
• These machines provide users extra support, which helps those who are special needs.
• Weight machines are less intimidating for many individuals.
• If you are rehabbing an injury, or bodybuilding, weight machines help you emphasize specific muscle groups.
• Weight machines do not require the assistance of a spotter.

Cons:

• Moves in one range of motion
• Does not challenge the core stabilization system.
• Most machines do not have the ability for users to train total body.
• Weight machines may not be ideal for those looking to improve athletic performance.
• Weight machines do not fit all body types.
• More expensive than free weights.
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There are definitely some important cons to weight machines. However, if you are a gym member, and you've gotten the 'okay' from your physician to strength train on a machine, these machines can help you start your journey.
When it comes to strength training machines, you are only in one plane of motion. However, if you target certain muscles one day, and do others the next, it actually helps to use the weight machines. You can specifically target those muscle groups, while allowing other muscle groups (previously trained) to recover.

Let's crush our goals together, and get into the best shape of our lives! Be sure to get permission from your doctor before you begin any fitness journey. 
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