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  • 04-04-2011 12:32am
    #1
    budweiser90
    Closed Accounts Posts: 44 ✭


    I'm just wondering if the Smith machine is ok to use for compound exercises. I'm trying to bulk up and lift as heavy as possible (until failure). The thing is I don't have a gym buddy to spot me. Will I still notice big results if I use the Smith machine and lift heavy with that.


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  • #2
    squod
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,704 ✭✭✭squod


    Wouldn't touch one with a barge pole.


  • #3
    Remmy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,921 ✭✭✭Remmy


    There okayish for a few shoulder/chest pressing movements.I Also do shrugs in it once in a blue moon cause its handier.I wouldn't advise anyone to squat in it,I did it a few times and felt like I was breaking myself..


  • #4
    Mellor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 39,902 ✭✭✭✭Mellor


    Workign out with a spotter is still a better option than working out with a smith machine

    Deadlifts - no spotter needed
    Squats - in a squat rack or cage, no spotter need
    Bench press - a spotter helps, but fine to do sole, no prob tio grab somebody nearby if moving up weight
    Overhead presss - no spotter needed

    you get the picture


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