To the t how I feel. My sentiments exactly! I am just beginning my journey and today I intend to take on the Smithy, depending on the fact that the guys don't hog the machine as usual 😐
Thank you for uploading this video. I'm a beginner at lifting weights and I know I'm not strong enough for the free bar yet, but for some reason the Smith machine always intimidated me, this helped a lot!
This is the kind of video still very much needed: a clear and simple explanation as to what the equipment is for, its safety features and a simple guide on how to use it and its not presented by some juiced up walnut bag yelling at you: simple and clear.
Keep in mind, the Five stars are based on my needs for this item th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUHHotQRjIQnfuxEeVotlkHVYWH0DXZoS When I first bought the bike I was going to return it immediately. After trying it out for several days/weeks I came to realize it is actually perfect for WHY I bought it.This is not a workout, the resistance is, eh, it makes a bit of noise, not loud, and it isn’t very stable even with the mat. The mat certainly keeps the bike from sliding but nothing keeps the mat from sliding (if that makes any sense, lol). Mine is place on my hard wood floor. Maybe it would be better with a rug underneath??I sit for long hours for work and wanted something to keep my legs moving. This bike does exactly that! For the price it is amazing, it is compact, easy to use, light weight, keeps track of time, calories etc (not sure how accurate it is) but good little product. I am happy with it.
Thank you, bar positioning. Lower back tucked and protected on the drop. Footing alignment. I was looking for a good Smith machine squat video. To share with a client. Your's was on point. Thank you. Other people ( videos) are a mess. They have the bar way too high. Their footing was not aligned. You were on point. Thanks again.
This is great... My partner showed me how to do this. Hurt like all hell the next couple days but that's when I learned the importance of pre and post workout stretching. Great squat workout for beginniners.
Pre workout stretching won’t do you any good. It’s best to just use lighter weights to warm up with the movement you want to do. Stretching can’t prevent soreness. If you’re not sore it means your muscles are adapting to the weight and movement level you at presently
This is great. I can never keep my posture with a squat very top heavy so naturally I lean forward. I enjoy using the smith machine as it does make squatting easier. :)
I'm watching this in 2024, I've seen a bunch of videos with this lady and she always explains things so well. I've tried to find her on Instagram but couldn't, if anyone knows where I can find her more recent content please reply to my comment and tell me
I have wanted to try this Machine in my gym for a while but was intimidated, didn’t want to look stupid and wasn’t sure how to really use it. Thank you for that tutorial.
Thanks for this video. I’ve been a little shy to try to go to the “bro” section of the gym to figure out this machine but now I feel confident to try it out 😁 You explained it really well!
First time know how to untwist this. Have been feeling so puzzled about this “big guy” at the gym and after joining for almost a yr, i finally get the gut to just explore a little bit of that!
Wow I feel FINALLY confident enough to use it at the gym!! I've always wanted to squat with weight (more than the 2 5-lb weights I have at home, lol) but I was too shy and scared to come over to the smith machine. Thank you so much!! What an informative video
Awesome video! Short and to the point. This woman is absolutely gorgeous! I recently started using the smith machine to do squats and wasn't sure if I was doing it correctly.
GReat it could also act as an alternative to guillotine neck presses, when the bar is fix on a vertical axis on your traps and weight is heavy enough try to escape getting crushed when you suddenly fail to get back up. 100% recommend for beginners, great way to induce injury due to muscle imbalance and over straining the quadriceps causing tendonitis.
I needed this. I would much rather use a free barbell but I tried to without any weight and I got scared because it was difficult for me to keep the bar straight on my back! If I loaded it id probably drop it all or fall and embarrass myself. I'm going to use the Smith machine to get more used to form with a barbell
Thanks, I was in the gym for the first time today and I was just awkwardly circling around it, trying to figure out how it works (locks/unlocks). Time to train the glutes from tomorrow! 😅
My gym only has a smith machine. I'm gonna use it for some heavy calf raises. Not sure whether to go with leg press or this for the rest of my legs though, I guess I'll try them both. Thanks for the video, I had no idea how to use this thing a few seconds ago lol.
I only ever used the smith machine for military presses because I could bring the bar all the way down to my lower chest area and just get a real long range of motion in super strict form.
Good uses of the smith machine; -Australian pull ups -Incline push ups -straight bar dips -L sit pull ups -Front or back lever -Super challenging Handstands?? For me it's an adjustable pull up bar. If i use the squat rack for the same purpose i tend to get some funny stares.
Do people use this machine facing forward (the way she is) or backwards, the other direction? I have been using the smith machine facing the way she has demonstrated in this video. But one day I randomly noticed that the smith machine in my gym has an instruction image which suggests I should be facing the opposite way. I tried it facing the opposite direction and it certainly feels totally different. But the next day I felt shit from joint strain. I’m so confused what’s the safest direction to be facing while using this machine
I had to look this up too because I was also confused. Appears facing out is safer and more body friendly. I’m also planning on putting small plate weights just under my heels to elevate a touch to help with some strain but also obtaining a better range of motion.
This is the only thing I have at my gym so I guess I have to make it work until my contract is over. Is it really that bad? Or is it better than nothing
Of course it's better than nothing. It's just a running meme that the Smith Machine automatically grows a pussy on anyone who uses it. Ignore the elitists.
@@drewbocop someone with bad knee like my self it great and I still been able to what I'm wanting so I can hit free bar and weights on other things I'm willing to bet you're one of those Macho people who pass judgment on stairs at the gym
@@drewbocop jesus... have you ever seen pcu? You can't say anything these days bc ppl dont know how to either read or interpret english like crystal post.
I just tore my pec muscle using a smith machine not sure if I was using it wrong the ppl @ the gym never showed me any technique I was using 200 lbs tho I've benched more in the past. In hindsight I'd say it puts yoiu in an unatural position the incline caused me to push in an upward position and to the rear any advice would be appreciated. btw I'm a disabled veteran and the VA wont pay for the operation so I'm in limbo right now
Our gym has this but the picture directions show to face the other way. Actually, it feels better facing like the woman did, so as you lift, the weight moves slightly behind your shoulders....feels like it engages the hamstrings better.
also @godsleayerr i use the smith machine for squats and i don't have a straight back. I have heard people say they use a smith for squats and put their feet in front of them but that doesn't work (i think that's what leads to using a straight back??) from what i understand you can perform bent-rows, bench-press, and military press correctly with a smith your thoughts, please
I use the smith machine when there's no access to free weights. No hotel and resort gyms have large barbells. They have small free weights and smith machines at the most. I use it in this cases and yes, you can get a good workout. For instance I stayed at disneys Polynesian resort and they had a great gym but only small dumb bell weights so I used the smith machine all week. The ones saying don't use it are most likely not working out anyway, but just trolling.
hey know-it-alls, i have a problem with my right leg and an imbalance in my hip and this allows me to do squats safely with a split stand so that i can put weight evenly through both my legs glutes. so theerreeeeeee sometimes you can know err'thing
In 2 minutes my anxiety to learn how to use a smith machine has diminished. Fucking legend.
brother, same.
To the t how I feel. My sentiments exactly! I am just beginning my journey and today I intend to take on the Smithy, depending on the fact that the guys don't hog the machine as usual 😐
I don't know why but I appreciate this lady so much. She taught me so much in less than 2 minutes.
I swear!!!!
she’s got a point, she’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she IS the moment!
Less is more🎯
then that’s why
@@reese8453 ok hold your horses with the simping boi
This is a great example of how to explain something pure and simple without all of the unnecessary input
Exactly. I was looking for an explanation on how to use it and I thought I'd have to put with some 10 minutes video.
I was so scared to use this machine since I have just joined a gym but now I know how easy it is. Great video.
ok
Don't use it
I really needed this. I'm a beginner and lifting weights on my own has been a struggle!
+Takita White Same here! It can be so intimidating
Roshni K me too lol
Miss. White Here i like your hair
Me too! Very intimidating.
studying season that’s why I go like 2 in the morning lol
Only video that actually tought me how to use it. And didn't just talk for 12 minutes got strigh to the point. Love it
Thank you for uploading this video. I'm a beginner at lifting weights and I know I'm not strong enough for the free bar yet, but for some reason the Smith machine always intimidated me, this helped a lot!
This is the kind of video still very much needed: a clear and simple explanation as to what the equipment is for, its safety features and a simple guide on how to use it and its not presented by some juiced up walnut bag yelling at you: simple and clear.
Keep in mind, the Five stars are based on my needs for this item th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUHHotQRjIQnfuxEeVotlkHVYWH0DXZoS When I first bought the bike I was going to return it immediately. After trying it out for several days/weeks I came to realize it is actually perfect for WHY I bought it.This is not a workout, the resistance is, eh, it makes a bit of noise, not loud, and it isn’t very stable even with the mat. The mat certainly keeps the bike from sliding but nothing keeps the mat from sliding (if that makes any sense, lol). Mine is place on my hard wood floor. Maybe it would be better with a rug underneath??I sit for long hours for work and wanted something to keep my legs moving. This bike does exactly that! For the price it is amazing, it is compact, easy to use, light weight, keeps track of time, calories etc (not sure how accurate it is) but good little product. I am happy with it.
wait, this isnt broscience
lmao
How to use the Smith Machine:
“YOU DON’T.”
13 years later still delivers
Thank you, bar positioning. Lower back tucked and protected on the drop. Footing alignment.
I was looking for a good Smith machine squat video. To share with a client.
Your's was on point. Thank you. Other people ( videos) are a mess.
They have the bar way too high. Their footing was not aligned.
You were on point.
Thanks again.
This is great... My partner showed me how to do this. Hurt like all hell the next couple days but that's when I learned the importance of pre and post workout stretching. Great squat workout for beginniners.
+shy87 there is no importance of stretching .. it wont prevent soreness
+tuoljg it definitely helps. I especially like post workout stretches. Feels good right before a hot shower.
@@tuoljg but it does
Pre workout stretching won’t do you any good. It’s best to just use lighter weights to warm up with the movement you want to do.
Stretching can’t prevent soreness. If you’re not sore it means your muscles are adapting to the weight and movement level you at presently
Pre stretching makes you weaker.
Thank you for the clear explanation. I’ve seen this at the gym but wasn’t sure how it worked. I hate squats but will try this!
1.36 minutes well spent! So helpful, thank you!
No, its not just for beginner, I have back problems, and this machine helps me a lot with my back issues. Not just for beginners...
This is great. I can never keep my posture with a squat very top heavy so naturally I lean forward. I enjoy using the smith machine as it does make squatting easier. :)
agreeed!
Don't forget about Deadlifts and Calf Raises. Very versatile machine, and as you noted, very safe.
I don't mind the smith machine. But I love the raw feeling of knowing you can balance your self with a free bar.
good for you.
Nur Aqidah u mad
Chris Richards Lol thats what pussies say
how are you 3 years later
I'm watching this in 2024, I've seen a bunch of videos with this lady and she always explains things so well. I've tried to find her on Instagram but couldn't, if anyone knows where I can find her more recent content please reply to my comment and tell me
I typed in Michelle Trapp and her Instagram popped up right away
I have wanted to try this Machine in my gym for a while but was intimidated, didn’t want to look stupid and wasn’t sure how to really use it. Thank you for that tutorial.
Thanks for this video. I’ve been a little shy to try to go to the “bro” section of the gym to figure out this machine but now I feel confident to try it out 😁 You explained it really well!
my name is smith, i will now use the smith machine, thanks for the demo
Great explanation. Thank you!
First time know how to untwist this. Have been feeling so puzzled about this “big guy” at the gym and after joining for almost a yr, i finally get the gut to just explore a little bit of that!
Wow I feel FINALLY confident enough to use it at the gym!! I've always wanted to squat with weight (more than the 2 5-lb weights I have at home, lol) but I was too shy and scared to come over to the smith machine. Thank you so much!! What an informative video
Awesome video! Short and to the point. This woman is absolutely gorgeous! I recently started using the smith machine to do squats and wasn't sure if I was doing it correctly.
GReat it could also act as an alternative to guillotine neck presses, when the bar is fix on a vertical axis on your traps and weight is heavy enough try to escape getting crushed when you suddenly fail to get back up. 100% recommend for beginners, great way to induce injury due to muscle imbalance and over straining the quadriceps causing tendonitis.
Been eyeing this equipment for a while, thanks for the easy introduction!
I needed this. I would much rather use a free barbell but I tried to without any weight and I got scared because it was difficult for me to keep the bar straight on my back! If I loaded it id probably drop it all or fall and embarrass myself. I'm going to use the Smith machine to get more used to form with a barbell
you are the best, great wide, very helpful, great short information withoutunnecessary words.
Thanks, I was in the gym for the first time today and I was just awkwardly circling around it, trying to figure out how it works (locks/unlocks). Time to train the glutes from tomorrow! 😅
i've just singed up to the gym and these videos are really helpful. thank you!
My gym only has a smith machine. I'm gonna use it for some heavy calf raises.
Not sure whether to go with leg press or this for the rest of my legs though, I guess I'll try them both.
Thanks for the video, I had no idea how to use this thing a few seconds ago lol.
This really helped me a lot... I really was confused about this machie when I finally went to the gym
very helpful video! knowing exactly what to do makes it a little less intimidating
What brand of Smith Machine is this? This is by far the most sturdiest Smith Machine I’ve ever seen...
Thank you. Straight to the point. Am able to watch this on the spot HAHA
Didn’t realize you could also use this as a barbell for chest! Thanks
yes i learnt everything in 1 watch. I definitely wasn't distracted
I use the smith machine with no weights! 🙃
hipnhappenin that is okay!
Why? Body weight squats would be more beneficial and natural.
Hey! So did I! I am up to 5 lbs now!! :)
Today I used it for the first time for incline bench press. I carried only 10+10 pounds 🙀
ive been scared of using this machine bc i didnt know how to lock and unlock the bar so thank you!!
i am feeling oldschool days with this video when i start gym first time 11 years ago ,
now everyone fitnes professor ^^
Thanks for the advice. Since watching this video, I have moved onto back squats on a rack.
Your videos have been so helpful in starting my fitness journey thank you
I only ever used the smith machine for military presses because I could bring the bar all the way down to my lower chest area and just get a real long range of motion in super strict form.
Very nice explanation, thank you!
In one minute i know my problem when doing squats on it.
Thank you so much, you taught me a lot.
Good uses of the smith machine;
-Australian pull ups
-Incline push ups
-straight bar dips
-L sit pull ups
-Front or back lever
-Super challenging Handstands??
For me it's an adjustable pull up bar. If i use the squat rack for the same purpose i tend to get some funny stares.
That was really helpful thanks such a lot. I feel confident about using it at the gym now. 😃
Thanks for a fantastic lesson!!
That was a great tutorial! ❤
This is a miracle machine, thanks to this i could squat 25 kgs(12.5kgs on each side).
Thank you! I'm just starting, and this helped....I was using it facing the other way. Whoops.
When do you show us the truck driving maneuver exercise?
Big like on this one 👍👍 very simple and short
Smiths are great for calf raises too, a couple of plates on the floor and you're good to go.
Do people use this machine facing forward (the way she is) or backwards, the other direction? I have been using the smith machine facing the way she has demonstrated in this video. But one day I randomly noticed that the smith machine in my gym has an instruction image which suggests I should be facing the opposite way. I tried it facing the opposite direction and it certainly feels totally different. But the next day I felt shit from joint strain. I’m so confused what’s the safest direction to be facing while using this machine
I had to look this up too because I was also confused. Appears facing out is safer and more body friendly. I’m also planning on putting small plate weights just under my heels to elevate a touch to help with some strain but also obtaining a better range of motion.
That was a nice introduction!
I've been using this to keep my squats up while I recover from a bad shoulder dislocation
I'm impressed you used a lav mic. Great sound. Good job!
Perfect explanation.
Amazing demonstration!
Great video. Thanks.
This is the only thing I have at my gym so I guess I have to make it work until my contract is over. Is it really that bad? Or is it better than nothing
Of course it's better than nothing. It's just a running meme that the Smith Machine automatically grows a pussy on anyone who uses it. Ignore the elitists.
@@drewbocop someone with bad knee like my self it great and I still been able to what I'm wanting so I can hit free bar and weights on other things
I'm willing to bet you're one of those Macho people who pass judgment on stairs at the gym
@@crystalpost736 What? I'm speaking out against those people...
@@drewbocop jesus... have you ever seen pcu? You can't say anything these days bc ppl dont know how to either read or interpret english like crystal post.
Which is the good way to position ourself on an angled Smith Machine? I have seen both ways and I am not sure 🤔?
her body is literally goals
I’ve been powerlifting for a year and have always hated the smith machine. Even as a beginner.
Squat rack always.
I hate squats
Thank You Michelle Trapp 💪
Now I can use it! Yay! Thank you❤
Nice quick tutorial!
Excellent video. Straight to the point
short video but very helpful.
Very nicely explained
I just tore my pec muscle using a smith machine not sure if I was using it wrong the ppl @ the gym never showed me any technique I was using 200 lbs tho I've benched more in the past. In hindsight I'd say it puts yoiu in an unatural position the incline caused me to push in an upward position and to the rear any advice would be appreciated. btw I'm a disabled veteran and the VA wont pay for the operation so I'm in limbo right now
@mohinigirl i agree totally....best thing i ever did was buying a bar,bench and a cage....the little things come slowly
good look with your stabilizer muscle goals of 2012
Nice but would like more on proper leg positioning please
we dont have a squat bar at my gym, so what should be my alternative for heavy squats, dead lift?
Great explanatory video.
Ty lady, i trust some1 fit like you instead of gym bros to teach me about the gym lol
Straight to the point
Does anyone know what brand and model Smith Machine this is?
Our gym has this but the picture directions show to face the other way. Actually, it feels better facing like the woman did, so as you lift, the weight moves slightly behind your shoulders....feels like it engages the hamstrings better.
Another option would be steinborn squats, assuming you have a barbell and plates.
also @godsleayerr
i use the smith machine for squats and i don't have a straight back. I have heard people say they use a smith for squats and put their feet in front of them but that doesn't work (i think that's what leads to using a straight back??)
from what i understand you can perform bent-rows, bench-press, and military press correctly with a smith
your thoughts, please
I use this machine for so many exercises
I use the smith machine when there's no access to free weights. No hotel and resort gyms have large barbells. They have small free weights and smith machines at the most. I use it in this cases and yes, you can get a good workout. For instance I stayed at disneys Polynesian resort and they had a great gym but only small dumb bell weights so I used the smith machine all week. The ones saying don't use it are most likely not working out anyway, but just trolling.
Why are some smith machines bent while other straight? The angle i mean
naya naya gym shuru kiya h bhaiya squat aur bench press kabse maarna chalu karu ?
Does it matter which way I face doing this?
Great video, thanks!
hey know-it-alls, i have a problem with my right leg and an imbalance in my hip and this allows me to do squats safely with a split stand so that i can put weight evenly through both my legs glutes. so theerreeeeeee sometimes you can know err'thing
I don’t get why someone would dislike this video
wow this had truly changed my life
Does anybody know the brand name of this smith machine?
How do we do deadlifts using the smith machine?
possibly stupid question, but to load the bars with the weights, do you need to use a clip or is it stable enough that you don't need to?
No need for clips
what do u call a Smith machine that moves forward and backward, allowing you to switch between flat bench and incline bench easily ?
@DUSTY1373 - the bars from what I know usually weigh 29-30 lbs. I have one at home.