Jones' ideas helped move the public's notion of bodybuilding and strength-training exercise away from the Arnold Schwarzenegger school of training, which involved hours in the gym using free weights, to High Intensity Training. This involves short, single sets with maximum intensity, which, according to theory, triggers maximal muscular growth. Famous individuals who trained under the rules of Jones include Casey Viator (who participated in the Colorado Experiment), Eddie Robinson (who participated in and trained under Jones's nautilus leverage line which is now Hammer Strength, Robinson dislikes the method), Mike Mentzer, Sergio Oliva and Dorian Yates.
The Case for Nautilus- Nautilus machines are weight lifting machines essentially on pulleys. The benefit here is that these machines are safer that free weights in that theren’s less chance of you dropping a weight on your foot or injuring yourself. There are machines to work your arms, back, legs, shoulders, abs, and chest. There9’s really nothing wrong with taking the assistance that a machine has to offer, especially if you are returning to lifting after a prolonged absence.
The Case for Free Weights- Free weights are generally the preferred method for the avid weightlifter. That.’s because with free weights, there is such a higher concentration on body form and making sure posture is correct. This aids in the weight lifting process as the extra concentration leads to more fit muscles. Free weights allow for a great range of motion than a nautilus machines. Thats’s because when you are doing free weight bicep curls or bench pressing dumbbells, you have room to extend your arms and legs and are not confined to the small area offered by a machine.
