hammer strength machines

[dirtwarrior]

At my gym they have a lot of hammer strength machines. Now they have an extra padded back section you can add to get an extra stretch at the bottom of the movement. Is this a good idea. I tried it and like the feel. I feel it more in the middle of my chest but I still feel it elsewhere, but the middle feels great.

[Rake]

Re: hammer strength machines

They are good and have their place in a balanced work out.

[Skeletor]

Re: hammer strength machines

I used to use them as a sole source of working out since the barbell and dumbbell section at the gym was always mobbed. I still do use them from time to time. Still love it

[Yohimbe]

Re: hammer strength machines

I like them and incorporate a couple hammer strength machines in my workouts sometimes. (Usually with chest and shoulders) I don't think I've ever used the additional padding you mentioned though. I get a pretty good stretch using them as is, but I can definitely see where it could be a benefit.

[Dzone]

Re: hammer strength machines

They have a nice smooth feel to them. My shoulder joints are pretty jacked up, so I could probably use me some hammer strength.