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Article: Free weights vs. weight machines. (Originated from Knight-Ridder Newspapers)
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- Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service
- Article date:
- February 4, 1994
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CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1994 Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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When you venture into a health club to begin a weight training program, you will be faced with a vast amount of shiny equipment to assist you in achieving your goals. How do you choose between free weights and fancy weight machines? How do you know what will work best for you?
This article will address the advantages as well as the disadvantages of free weights and weight machines. Remember, your individual goals, experience, fitness level and many other factors will determine what methods of training will be best for you.
ADVANTAGES OF WEIGHT MACHINES
_Great for the person just starting a resistance exercise program since machines require less skill and are easy ...