1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sense tension, independent of the modality. https://t.co/LdlZpVyMPs https://t.co/LFN7PPEjHr
Free-Weight and Machine-Based Training Are Equally Effective on Strength and Hypertrophy: Challenging a Traditional Myth.
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Numerous posts, such as mentions of research studies and authoritative citations, emphasize that both free weights and machines are similarly effective for strength and hypertrophy, using confident language like 'proves' and 'substantiates,' which underscores the significance and credibility attributed to the findings. The tone and detailed references reflect a high level of engagement and recognition of the article’s potential to change traditional training paradigms.
Most discussions strongly support the article's conclusion that free weights and machines are equally effective, emphasizing the evidence with phrases like 'equally effective' and 'challenges a traditional myth.'
The detailed references to multiple studies, scientific terms, and professional opinions indicate a high level of curiosity and engagement with the subject.
Postings involve referencing research, discussing implications for training, and quoting authoritative sources, showing deep involvement beyond surface reactions.
The discussions could influence training choices, challenge longstanding beliefs, and motivate practitioners to reconsider their workout modalities, signifying a high impact.
Abstract in brief
- The study found that both freeweight and machine-based resistance training are equally effective in improving strength and muscle hypertrophy after an 8-week program, with no significant differences between the two methods.
- Participants showed significant increases in maximum strength and muscle size across various exercises, regardless of whether they used freeweights or machines.
- There were no notable differences in joint discomfort or stiffness between the two training modalities, challenging the traditional belief that freeweights might cause more joint issues.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyThere is no evidence that free weights are better than machines for building greater strength or bigger muscles! Leg press is just as good as squats! Dumbbell curls are just as good as cable machines! But a combination is best! https://t.co/UgJka5X2DS
Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcRlGDDpXV https://t.co/YjhP1b4JLK
Machines are just as effective as free weights for strength and hypertrophy gainzzz!
(299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差がなかった。 https://t.co/091ytQn3o0
8週間のフリーウェイトとマシントレーニングを比べたときに、筋肉量の増加は約2%の差しかなかったという研究結果。 https://t.co/eAMiWb1jKI 感覚的にはフリーウェイトの方が大きな効果がありそうな気がしますが・・・
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RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy References: https://t.co/jcRlGDDpXV + https://t.co/ms18BX83hN https:…
@camipple @neoliberalindo @felipe_j92 Segue abaixo o link de alguns estudos que corroboram com tudo o que disse https://t.co/pVHne5GG8w https://t.co/SnXUgqZsPg https://t.co/FDaeGZ56qs No site do Colegio Americano de Medicina Esportiva vc também encontra as diretrizes para treino resistido. +
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RT @biomech_clinic: 8週間のフリーウェイトとマシントレーニングを比べたときに、筋肉量の増加は約2%の差しかなかったという研究結果。 https://t.co/eAMiWb1jKI 感覚的にはフリーウェイトの方が大きな効果がありそうな気がしますが・・・
8週間のフリーウェイトとマシントレーニングを比べたときに、筋肉量の増加は約2%の差しかなかったという研究結果。 https://t.co/eAMiWb1jKI 感覚的にはフリーウェイトの方が大きな効果がありそうな気がしますが・・・
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy References: https://t.co/jcRlGDDpXV + https://t.co/ms18BX83hN https:…
Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy References: https://t.co/jcRlGDDpXV + https://t.co/ms18BX83hN https://t.co/4XxKY0DrYe
But what does the research or science say? Luckily we have many studies covering this question. https://t.co/FdPd7q6QXF https://t.co/xZTHFFmtfQ https://t.co/ADnCT6fMht
Link to Study: https://t.co/2OnMqdvPtN
RT @bernardo_0311: Pesos livres e máquinas são igualmente eficazes para promover força e hipertrofia muscular https://t.co/weHzbKVIyP
Pesos livres e máquinas são igualmente eficazes para promover força e hipertrofia muscular https://t.co/weHzbKVIyP
RT @AdamMeakins: There is no evidence that free weights are better than machines for building greater strength or bigger muscles! Leg pre…
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@mboyle1959 Did you read the full article or just react to the title? It was a Q&A with one of the authors of this paper. https://t.co/8VofbZCejx(%20P,hypertrophy%20without%20increasing%20joint%20discomfort.
RT @AdamMeakins: There is no evidence that free weights are better than machines for building greater strength or bigger muscles! Leg pre…
RT @AdamMeakins: There is no evidence that free weights are better than machines for building greater strength or bigger muscles! Leg pre…
There is no evidence that free weights are better than machines for building greater strength or bigger muscles! Leg press is just as good as squats! Dumbbell curls are just as good as cable machines! But a combination is best! https://t.co/UgJka5X2DS
■ Ref info: Hernández-Belmonte et al. "Free-Weight and Machine-Based Training Are Equally Effective on Strength and Hypertrophy" Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise (2023). ■ Ref link: https://t.co/mMHcksroxf ■ Today’s full: https://t.co/BRho65cvPR
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
RT @muscle_penguin_: (299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差…
(299/347) #論文マラソン 筋トレ フリーウェイトとマシントレーニングどっちがよい? 男性38名を2群に割当8週間筋トレ 筋力変化、筋断面積変化は2群で有意差なし。 また、筋肉の硬さ、痛み、機能障害レベルの変化についても差がなかった。 https://t.co/091ytQn3o0
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RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
RT @hypertrophyhome: Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcR…
Free Weights vs Machines for Muscle Hypertrophy - A recent study provides insight Study Reference: https://t.co/jcRlGDDpXV https://t.co/YjhP1b4JLK
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @takumasa39: フリーウェイトとマシンベースの筋トレの効果は同等であることを示唆した今月のMSSEの報告。 https://t.co/iWQJWjPRuG 筋トレ経験者が8週間にわたり、これらのトレーニングを行った結果、どちらの方法でも関節に不快感を感じずに、…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @bloc_samurai: ✔︎フリーウエイトでもマシンでも筋肥大・筋力向上効果は同等。 https://t.co/xMvsEmL1Nn 特にトレーニングをしている方の中ではフリー>マシンのような構図があるように感じることもありますが、肥大や筋力向上的には差はありませ…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
RT @BradSchoenfeld: 1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sen…
1/4 New study shows similar gainz using machines vs free weights. This substantiates the theory that muscles only sense tension, independent of the modality. https://t.co/LdlZpVyMPs https://t.co/LFN7PPEjHr
https://t.co/R2Ui2hoz75 'Free-weight and machine-based modalities are similarly effective to promote strength and hypertrophy without increasing joint discomfort.'
Free-Weight and Machine-Based Training Are Equally Effective on Strength and Hypertrophy: Challenging a Traditional… https://t.co/MDaKjMq1GM
RT @AdamMeakins: Machines are just as effective as free weights for strength and hypertrophy gainzzz!
RT @AdamMeakins: Machines are just as effective as free weights for strength and hypertrophy gainzzz!
RT @AdamMeakins: Machines are just as effective as free weights for strength and hypertrophy gainzzz!
Machines are just as effective as free weights for strength and hypertrophy gainzzz!
RT @takumasa39: フリーウェイトとマシンベースの筋トレの効果は同等であることを示唆した今月のMSSEの報告。 https://t.co/iWQJWjPRuG 筋トレ経験者が8週間にわたり、これらのトレーニングを行った結果、どちらの方法でも関節に不快感を感じずに、…
RT @nick_krontiris: Free-Weight and Machine-Based Training Are Equally Effective on Strength and Hypertrophy: Challenging a Traditional Myt…
RT @nick_krontiris: Free-Weight and Machine-Based Training Are Equally Effective on Strength and Hypertrophy: Challenging a Traditional Myt…
RT @bloc_samurai: ✔︎フリーウエイトでもマシンでも筋肥大・筋力向上効果は同等。 https://t.co/xMvsEmL1Nn 特にトレーニングをしている方の中ではフリー>マシンのような構図があるように感じることもありますが、肥大や筋力向上的には差はありませ…
RT @takumasa39: フリーウェイトとマシンベースの筋トレの効果は同等であることを示唆した今月のMSSEの報告。 https://t.co/iWQJWjPRuG 筋トレ経験者が8週間にわたり、これらのトレーニングを行った結果、どちらの方法でも関節に不快感を感じずに、…
RT @takumasa39: フリーウェイトとマシンベースの筋トレの効果は同等であることを示唆した今月のMSSEの報告。 https://t.co/iWQJWjPRuG 筋トレ経験者が8週間にわたり、これらのトレーニングを行った結果、どちらの方法でも関節に不快感を感じずに、…
RT @takumasa39: フリーウェイトとマシンベースの筋トレの効果は同等であることを示唆した今月のMSSEの報告。 https://t.co/iWQJWjPRuG 筋トレ経験者が8週間にわたり、これらのトレーニングを行った結果、どちらの方法でも関節に不快感を感じずに、…
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