smith machine and lifting

peanut butter · 09-17-2005, 05:36 PM

im seriously considering buying a smith machine as im just staring to get serious into lifting and train on my own. i thought it would helpful because of of this and also allows me 2 do the basics . whats your opinions on smith machines.

also could i have a list of the best basic strength movements that i need to consider as part of my routine.

cheers

Ted-P · 09-17-2005, 05:39 PM

It's gonna get extremely hot in this place.

Prepare to be burned.

**Sonny** · 09-17-2005, 05:42 PM

Do a search and you'll see what most people think about the Smith machine. In short, it locks you into one range of motion so it sucks!

Save your money and buy a rack with a barbell and a bunch of plates!!

Ted-P · 09-17-2005, 05:42 PM

Get a power rack dude.

Ted-P · 09-17-2005, 05:43 PM

I don't get why some people are so afraid of free weights.

This isn't exactly directed at you peanut butter.

peanut butter · 09-17-2005, 05:58 PM

just a safety thing if i cant get it up in the bench or stuck at the bottom in the squat. and im not build for the squat either so need bit of reasurance. i dont want to sound like a twat but there you go.

Cmart · 09-17-2005, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peanut butter

just a safety thing if i cant get it up in the bench or stuck at the bottom in the squat. and im not build for the squat either so need bit of reasurance. i dont want to sound like a twat but there you go.

Don't lift weights. You're not ready.

Ted-P · 09-17-2005, 06:27 PM

Then don't do something you can't do or train to failure.

peanut butter · 09-17-2005, 06:28 PM

well wats the best thing i should buy considering im in my garage and doing it on my own. exercises too

Ted-P · 09-17-2005, 06:30 PM

Power RACK.