There’s a pecking order in the gym: Experts hoist the barbells and other free weights, while beginners stick to the machines. This makes sense. The machines are, after all, explicitly designed ...

If you’re already experienced in the gym, free weights may give you a slight advantage, but if it’s your first time bench pressing, “machines are a great tool to start off with,” says ...

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DETAILS: Olympic Decline free weight bench with model numbers 16060, 16061, and 16062. The model numbers can be found on the bottom of the tube near where the feet are placed with serial numbers ...

These bench-plus-cage systems are best for home workouts as they offer the most flexibility, but they also take up a lot of space, not to mention the price: compared to standalone weight benches ...