Free Weights vs. Machines - Is one better than the other?
Free weights vs. machines is a longstanding debate around the gym and when there are so many different options for equipment, it can be a very daunting decision to choose what equipment to use.
It’s important to acknowledge that neither machines or free weights is “better” than the other. They serve different purposes and the choice depends on your individual needs and goals around exercise.
Like most things in life, they both have pros and cons and understanding these can help you make an informed decision on when to include machines or free weights into your workout.
Chia-Seared Tuna with Rainbow Salad
Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 40 mins (includes salad marinating time)
Full Flavoured Healthy Lasagne
Serves: 6
Prep time: 25 mins
Cook time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Ingredients
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500g lean minced beef
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2 onions, finely chopped
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2 celery sticks, trimmed
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3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
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2 large carrots, peeled, grated
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150ml red wine
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400g tin chopped tomatoes
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400ml hot beef stock
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3 bay leaves
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1 tsp black peppercorns
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550ml semi-skimmed milk
How to Activate and Strengthen your Glutes and Core
In our previous glute and core blog post, we explained why it was important to activate and strengthen your glute and core muscles during a workout.
In today's blog, we share what specific exercises you can perform every day, either at home, work or at the gym, to strengthen your glute and core muscles.
Firstly, it’s important for your body to understand and recognise the position that your pelvis is in (i.e. anterior/posterior pelvic tilt) and to be comfortable with moving between the two positions and neutral.
Cauliflower Chickpea Patties
Serves: About 10 patties
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 45 mins