Until you look like a bodybuilder

Marco_Simone SG

Until you actually look like a bodybuilder and people "mistake" you for a bodybuilder, you shouldn't be using "bodybuilding" routines. You should be using basic STRENGTH routines that WILL build size as you get stronger.You can refer to one of my threads for some sample routines.

So cut the machine and isolation crap!
Live and die in the Power Rack.

Have a nice day!

Simon Dean SG

erm....even mariuz pudganowski(world's strongest man competitor) also uses machines(leg press, lateral pulldown)Just dont rely too much on it, its fine.

I personally like cable machines, actually the concept of cable pulleys for muscle training was used more than 200 years ago in England by young men there.

Marco_Simone SG

Well,world's strongest man is world's strongest man.You and I and the guy next door are rank beginners compared to him.When in doubt,just stick to the basics.

Anyway,multi-joint machine movements are good for "finishing off" the worked muscle.90% of workouts for you and I should consist of free weights and the remaining 10% can be multi-joint machine exercises.