If you have access and a membership to a gym or fitness center, you've probably noticed that resistance machines are commonly used by many people of all ages, shapes, and genders.
Let's take a look at some of the pros and some of the cons.
| Pros | Cons |
| They're safe since no weights can be dropped onto your body unlike free weights. | One usually needs to have access to a gym or club to use. |
| No spotters are required. | The machine determines options. |
| It's easy and quick to change weights. | Movements are predetermined by the machine. |
| If your goal is strengthen a specific muscle for a specified reason, resistance machines are the most effective. | They isolate the muscle being worked, which could create uneven muscular strength, which increases the risk of injury. |
| They are easier to use for beginners than free weights since it is less likely people will use the machines with improper technique. |
