Dumbbells – are they better than machines?

Dumbbells – are they better than machines?

by Nirmalya Dutta
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Go into any gym and you'll be besieged with a variety of different machines – the Cable Pulley Machine, the Smith Machine and so many more that you'd feel like they have actually taken over. These days it's quite common to see many gym-goers who don't even approach the dumbbell rack, which begs the question, are machines better than dumbbells?

Dumbbells – Pros

Cheap, affordable and convenient

If you don't want to spend enormous amounts on a gym membership and want to workout at home then the dumbbell is your weapon of choice. Most of the gym machines would cost you a small fortune; on the other hand dumbbells are affordable, conveniently-shaped and easy-to-use. Of course if you're a buying a pair and want to do some serious training we suggest buying at least 3 different weight ranges because some of your muscles are more powerful than others (for example your shoulders or chest muscles can handle far more weight than your biceps) and also your body is likely to get used to the same weight range.

Better for your overall body

A workout with dumbbells takes more out of your body than machines because you need to always maintain good form and posture. While in a machine, the muscle you need to work on is isolated here you are required to make adjustments to your body to maintain proper form and posture which will work the smaller muscles throughout a body. On the whole you'll get more balanced, more coordinated and also become stronger because you will be using more muscles than when you're using a machine. (Exercises for bigger arms)

Dumbbells – Cons  

Higher chance of injury

One of the major benefits of machines is that anyone can use them without much help. Your arc of motion is clearly defined and safeguards are in place to prevent injuries. Dumbbells on the other hand require a greater degree of control and expertise and we would actually advise you to show an expert to show it to you before you start pumping iron.

More isolated targeting with machines

One of the dumbbells' pros is actually a con too because while dumbbells work more muscles throughout your body, the machines help isolate the exact muscles you want to build and you might get more aesthetic results faster. (Get a chest like Hrithik with these exercises)

Verdict: It varies from person to a person but a complete workout should include both dumbbells and machines, depending on how comfortable you are in the gym and what your fitness goals are. That being said many bodybuilders prefer a mix of free weights and machines for a complete result.  

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