During the summer I only have access to a gym that has the smith machine and no barbells with cages. I always thought, i should be able to do more weight on smith machine, but I am actually doing less. I have to do 10 pounds less on my squat and bench using the smith machine to be able to finish a 5x5. The bar on the smith is 15 pounds, so I am putting on more weight, but the actual load is lower. Is there any reason for this?
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06-11-2013, 09:36 AM #1Registered User
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Less weight on smith machine?
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06-11-2013, 09:39 AM #2Registered User
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Your natural form is restricted by the track of the machine. Can't quite get it and move it the way you are used to
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