Are they equally effective, or will one give me better results than the other?
2006-10-29 10:56:59 · 4 answers · asked by animal_mother 4 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
I want to tone up.
2006-10-29 11:07:48 · update #1
I'm assuming you're not trying to get big like Arnold; I would say go for the machines. They are easier to use because they force you to have good form.
2006-10-29 11:01:15 · answer #1 · answered by Dud 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The machines generally target certain areas. Free weights combine several muscle groups. For balance, and all around total workout, use free weights. If you are trying to target a certain area, use the machines.
2006-10-29 10:59:31 · answer #2 · answered by Obi-wan Kenobi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on whether or not you are trying to tone up or bulk up. If you are simply toning, then machines are a much better choice. If you are trying to create bulk, then free weights would be the smarter choice.
2006-10-29 11:02:15 · answer #3 · answered by ajd1bmf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have read several time in Self and Shape that free weights are better.....but something is better than nothing.
2006-10-29 10:59:28 · answer #4 · answered by BritLdy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋