Barbells vs Dumbbells vs Cables (THE WINNER IS)
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Date: 2022-04-22
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if you have to choose one i would go with dumbells, you can do almost anything with them as with a barbell but some might argue its better. for instance, with a barbell curl you could be using more force with one arm than with the other, but with dumbell curls, you have to use both arms with equal strength (hince why most peoples barbell curl is higher than their dumbell curl. cables can beat dumbbells in the since there is force pulling at every angle unlike the dumbell which pulls down the most when highest, not working every muscle.
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if you have to choose one i would go with dumbells, you can do almost anything with them as with a barbell but some might argue its better. for instance, with a barbell curl you could be using more force with one arm than with the other, but with dumbell curls, you have to use both arms with equal strength (hince why most peoples barbell curl is higher than their dumbell curl. cables can beat dumbbells in the since there is force pulling at every angle unlike the dumbell which pulls down the most when highest, not working every muscle.
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El
Barbel = str
Dumbell = more range of motion
Weak sides ( arms, legs etc)
gd for the nervous system
Cable = activation of core and other muscles ( depending on the exercice)
Increases resistance
weak sides
Range of motion
Machines = helps you adapt to new weight with way less injury risk (safe)
Isolate most of your body ( for ex shoulder mashine)
Helps you adapt to certain compound moves also.
All 4 are essantial
And if you're not doing -all- of them then you should start to: )
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Barbel = str
Dumbell = more range of motion
Weak sides ( arms, legs etc)
gd for the nervous system
Cable = activation of core and other muscles ( depending on the exercice)
Increases resistance
weak sides
Range of motion
Machines = helps you adapt to new weight with way less injury risk (safe)
Isolate most of your body ( for ex shoulder mashine)
Helps you adapt to certain compound moves also.
All 4 are essantial
And if you're not doing -all- of them then you should start to: )
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Suk
For exercises were one doesn't have to use alot of weight, like squats, deadlift etc, dumbbells will always be superior, why?
1) In many upper body exercises dumbbells will allow for a greater range of motion, like chest presses and rows, and all science made in the area has clearly shown that a full range of motion is superior for both strength, hypertrophy and injury prevention.
2) Your dominant side won't do more of the work and get more developed than your non-dominant side since each side work independently.
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For exercises were one doesn't have to use alot of weight, like squats, deadlift etc, dumbbells will always be superior, why?
1) In many upper body exercises dumbbells will allow for a greater range of motion, like chest presses and rows, and all science made in the area has clearly shown that a full range of motion is superior for both strength, hypertrophy and injury prevention.
2) Your dominant side won't do more of the work and get more developed than your non-dominant side since each side work independently.
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steve
I own one of the new VARIABLE RESISTANCE, OMNI DIECTIONAL cable crossover machines. It is a revolutionary advancement over traditional cable equipment. I have completely abandoned free weight training (Stone age stuff) and completly train on this new machine. Your cable / crossover machine is all wrong mechanically. It was designed to be space efficient - not biomechanically correct.
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I own one of the new VARIABLE RESISTANCE, OMNI DIECTIONAL cable crossover machines. It is a revolutionary advancement over traditional cable equipment. I have completely abandoned free weight training (Stone age stuff) and completly train on this new machine. Your cable / crossover machine is all wrong mechanically. It was designed to be space efficient - not biomechanically correct.
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NIGHTWULF
disregarding alternate uses like how a barbell can be used for different exercises, that aside, cable curls with the rope grip is in my opinion my favourite type of curl, it keep constant tension throughout the whole range of motion and the rope grip allows you to do a little twisting action when you hit the peak of the bicep at the top of the motion.
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disregarding alternate uses like how a barbell can be used for different exercises, that aside, cable curls with the rope grip is in my opinion my favourite type of curl, it keep constant tension throughout the whole range of motion and the rope grip allows you to do a little twisting action when you hit the peak of the bicep at the top of the motion.
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stephen
I have not only learned from his videos but what an inspiration to doing better in the gym with the right form very intrested in getting all this information and steps in development and creating a super body I like to personally get to ask questions that specifically concerns me thanks for you great job
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I have not only learned from his videos but what an inspiration to doing better in the gym with the right form very intrested in getting all this information and steps in development and creating a super body I like to personally get to ask questions that specifically concerns me thanks for you great job
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Magus
Jeff thanks for all the advice you give out. Very helpful tips that I've been implementing into my workouts and I love seeing the results. I was just thinking about this issue the other day and you have an amazing ability to make a video for all my problems. you're like a telepathic muscle fairy
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Jeff thanks for all the advice you give out. Very helpful tips that I've been implementing into my workouts and I love seeing the results. I was just thinking about this issue the other day and you have an amazing ability to make a video for all my problems. you're like a telepathic muscle fairy
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Jimmy
To my mind, dumbbells over barbell are the clear winner because: 1. they make you train the smaller muscles that provide -real life- stability/balance/arm equalization of muscles rather than some macho gym claim of total weight. What about cable vs rubber type bands? No link above or in video
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To my mind, dumbbells over barbell are the clear winner because: 1. they make you train the smaller muscles that provide -real life- stability/balance/arm equalization of muscles rather than some macho gym claim of total weight. What about cable vs rubber type bands? No link above or in video
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Will
The Planet Fitness I am a member of only goes up to 60lbs on the curl bar so I've had to move to the machine and dumbells for curls which I do both. Planet Fitness is what I can afford right now too so saying find another gym is pointless. Sometimes you have to adapt and overcome.
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The Planet Fitness I am a member of only goes up to 60lbs on the curl bar so I've had to move to the machine and dumbells for curls which I do both. Planet Fitness is what I can afford right now too so saying find another gym is pointless. Sometimes you have to adapt and overcome.
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Jason
Why do the outside of my arms burn when doing multiple versions of an easy bar curl? Reverse grip, inside, outside grip and overhead press seem to burn there more than my actual biceps. Is that normal for someone who has only been doing this every other day or two for 4 months?
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Why do the outside of my arms burn when doing multiple versions of an easy bar curl? Reverse grip, inside, outside grip and overhead press seem to burn there more than my actual biceps. Is that normal for someone who has only been doing this every other day or two for 4 months?
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