One of the ever-raging debates heard in most gyms is whether using weights or machines is more effective for building muscle.

There’s a pecking order in the gym: Experts hoist the barbells and other free weights, while beginners stick to the machines. This makes sense. The machines are, after all, explicitly designed to ...

The fitness world is divided: On one side, you’ve got the purists who swear by barbells, dumbbells, and kettlebells. This crew is all about functional strength—workouts that mimic real-life movements ...

You won’t find dumbbells or weight machines in the gym Sean Keogh runs. “That’s all we do,” Keogh said — but that’s enough to ...

Weight training machines are often given the cold shoulder by veteran exercisers who claim to know their way around the weight room. They argue that free weights (defined as any weight that can be ...

The question: Now that winter is coming, I want to use my gym more often. What are the best all-round machines for strength training? What are your favourites? Which should I avoid? The answer: As a ...

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Choosing the right cardio machine is about more than just ...

There’s plenty of research to suggest that calisthenics can improve everything from muscle strength to aerobic ...