2455:  The 5 Gym Machines You Need to Stop Using ASAP
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 The 5 Gym Machines You Need To Stop Using ASAP

Free weights tend to be better for these reasons: (1:35)

#1 - Real-world carryover.

#2 - Requires more stability.

#3 - Forms to your body, not the other way around.

Criteria for determining which machines suck: (6:12)

#1 - Higher risk of injury.

#2 - Far better versions available.

The 5 gym machines you need to stop using ASAP: (8:28)

#1 - Pec deck (arms externally rotated).

#2 - Ab crunch machines (encourage hip flexor).

#3 - Tricep extension machine (never right length).

#4 - Most glute machines.

#5 - Back extension machine.

Listener Questions:

#1 - What is the value of machines? (28:57)

#2 - What are your favorite machines? (31:38)

#3 - Plate loaded vs weight stacks. Any difference? (33:36)

#4 - Favorite cardio machine? (35:55)

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