Free weight training (barbell squats) or machine training (leg press) was performed over 8 weeks. 1. Randomization wil clinical trials

Effects of 8 weeks of free-weight and machine-based resistance training on knee muscle function

This study compares how free weights (squats) and machines (leg press) affect leg muscle strength and function in healthy adults. It aims to understand which approach is better for muscle activity and how our bodies move.