Bench Press vs Smith Machine Press
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Bench Press vs Smith Machine Press
What's the difference between the two in terms of how they work?
I'd assume a "free" bench press would be ultimately more beneficial than using the Smith Machine, but only if your technique is pretty much spot on.
But is there really much of a difference in what they do for you?
I'd assume a "free" bench press would be ultimately more beneficial than using the Smith Machine, but only if your technique is pretty much spot on.
But is there really much of a difference in what they do for you?
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That's what I thought!
I'm a bit wary of pushing myself too far on the free bar though as due to being born a bit deformed I have a weak chest compared to the rest of me. Whereas the with the Smith Machine you've always got a bit of a safety net, so it doesn't matter so much if you get yourself into trouble.
Looks like starting low and developing the technique then...
I'm a bit wary of pushing myself too far on the free bar though as due to being born a bit deformed I have a weak chest compared to the rest of me. Whereas the with the Smith Machine you've always got a bit of a safety net, so it doesn't matter so much if you get yourself into trouble.
Looks like starting low and developing the technique then...
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Probably best not bench pressing with a free bar unless you have a spotter. I guess if your doing light weights you should be ok though.
Smith machine is the best alternative if you are training alone, can put the stoppers in and lift as heavy as you can till failure without danger.
Free bar is the best though, imo.
Smith machine is the best alternative if you are training alone, can put the stoppers in and lift as heavy as you can till failure without danger.
Free bar is the best though, imo.
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I dont like it though for technique. I smashed my elbow a few years ago and the smith machine aggravates it.
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Have them in your hands before you lie down. Rest them upright on your knees and as you lie back lift your feet up onto the bench.
For me personally is free bar all the way. I think this question has been asked before though? Its ringing bells.
For me personally is free bar all the way. I think this question has been asked before though? Its ringing bells.
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