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Freeweights vs Smith Machine: The Complete Showdown

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Freeweights vs Smith Machine: The Complete Showdown

From bench to squats to deadlifts: does the guided track beat raw iron? We pit freeweights against the Smith on every major lift.

Jul 14, 2025

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