Exercise Modalities

Question 1

Pros of Machines

Answer 1

less intimidating
emphasize certain muscles
various intensities
no spotter
extra support for special needs
fixed plane of motion

Question 2

Cons of Machines

Answer 2

no total body
one plane
no challenge to core
doesn't improve athletic 
not for all body types
expensive

Question 3

Pros of Free Weights

Answer 3

emphasize certain muscles
target multiple muscles
improve athletic
challenge core
improve dynamic joint stabilization and prop
multiple planes

Question 4

Cons of Free Weights

Answer 4

spotter
difficult for beginners
multiple dumbbells to change intensity
more dangerous
intimidating