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Do machines and the smith machines count as lifting weights?
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Anonymous 35w

Yes. You’re still moving weight where you can progressively overload. Only difference between smith & machines compared to free weights is that you use recruit a lot more stabilizing muscles for free weight

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 35w

So it’s good to have a workout plan that incorporates both free weights and machines. Preferably use free weights for compound movements

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