If you haven't realized it yet, there are a ton of squat variations. One of the many variations is the Smith Machine squat, and if you're just beginning to get into strength training, it can be a ...

Ever wondered about that massive machine with a sliding barbell at the gym? Allow us to introduce you to the Smith machine. Despite being a staple in most gyms, this behemoth can be ...

Squats of any type, whether with free weights or on a Smith machine, can be dangerous if they're performed incorrectly. The most common free-weight mistake people make is leaning their upper body too ...

The Smith machine doesn’t get much love at the gym these days. Many fitness experts advocate free weights instead because they’re more functional and work your joint stabilizers more. But the Smith ...

One way to ramp up a traditional squat is by adding weight with the help of a squat machine. But with so many different types of squat machines at the gym, it can be hard to know which ones to use — ...

In a recent YouTube video, Eric Janicki ranked every major leg day exercise, sharing which are the best—and worst—for building lower-body muscles. Janicki is a bodybuilder, fitness coach, and owner of ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. At most gyms, there’s a cylindrical pad on the floor somewhere near the squat rack. (If it’s not there, check the Smith machine.) When I first started ...