Exercise Modalities Flashcards

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Pros of Machines

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

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

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emphasize certain muscles
target multiple muscles
improve athletic
challenge core
improve dynamic joint stabilization and prop
multiple planes
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Cons of Free Weights

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