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Today there are more and more people who do not know what free weights are. The question arises not because this type of equipment is not very popular, but due to the fact that modern fitness rooms are literally overflowing with a wide variety of exercise equipment.

At the same time, training with free weights fades into the background, although in vain...  This article will tell you about this...

Features and important nuances.

But should you discount the physical challenge you can get from free weights? There is no clear answer. There are proponents of this equipment as well as detractors. Let's take a closer look at the types of free weights, as well as the exercises that can be performed on them.

This type of loose sports equipment includes:

1. barbell;
2. weights;
3. dumbbells.

The person performing the exercises must maintain balance and control the movements of different muscles. In addition, the projectile moves along the most natural trajectory, even with the greatest amplitude.

A significant advantage of training with free weights is the active use of many muscles. When performing training, not only target groups actively work, but also auxiliary groups that act as stabilizers. For example, when lifting a barbell in a lying position, not only the pectoral muscles are involved, but also the triceps, deltoids, back, abs and legs.

Pros and cons of training with free weights.

Experts say that a larger number of muscle groups involved in one exercise increases the rate of muscle growth. However, this rule alone is not enough to persuade an athlete to use these equipment. That is why we will consider in more detail the significant advantages:

1. effective increase in strength and mass of muscle groups. Since the body is not fixed, more organs are involved in the exercise;
2. a large number of options and methods of use. Using projectiles, you can choose the optimal program for yourself. Thus, it is easier to work not only the entire group, but also individual muscles;
3. accessibility and ease of use. To start training, you do not need to specifically contact professional trainers. All you have to do is buy a piece of equipment and start practicing with it;
4. acceptable price. Any piece of equipment will cost less than the most primitive home exercise machine.