{"id":955,"date":"2019-08-26T08:08:29","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T08:08:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lisajohnsonfitness.com\/?p=955"},"modified":"2019-08-26T08:21:48","modified_gmt":"2019-08-26T08:21:48","slug":"best-smith-machines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lisajohnsonfitness.com\/best-smith-machines\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Best Smith Machines in 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"
If you want gym equipment that you can use for weight training without a spotter and on your own, a smith machine is the real deal. The machine is exclusively designed for vertical movements. Unlike lifting free weights which engages your\u00a0entire body, a smith machine only works on specific groups of body muscles. As\u00a0such, it is the ideal weight trainer for rehab patients as they require a specific muscle workout.<\/p>\n
A Smith machine latter is designed to enable you to use it safely by yourself. It is far much safer to use the machine than using free weights for heavy lifting, especially at home, because the former adds an extra layer of safety\u00a0when there\u2019s no one nearby to intervene in case of anything.<\/p>\n[lwptoc]\n
Although initially Smith machines were commonly found in gymnasiums, their usage now extends to the household level. In case you want to buy a Smith machine, it\u2019s important to bear in mind that you are going to encounter a variety of them with some different features and benefits. From the research we\u2019ve conducted, we\u2019ve been able to identify the best 5 and here they are:<\/p>\n
Although it is not as fancy as some of its counterparts, Body-Solid Powerline PSM144X Smith Machine has nearly anything you require for an effective full-body workout. It is so strong that a user can easily and safely squat with up to 300 pounds. If your legs are fairly long in relation to your torso. Measuring 45″L x 80″H x 76″W, the machine is suitable for home gymnasium because doesn’t occupy much space.<\/p>\n