Why would she call the body a "machine?" Is it a metaphor? If so, is it a common expression?

Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
It's similar to a metaphor! She's saying that the body is strong and capable of doing a lot of things well. Calling someone a "machine" is also a way of saying that they're really good at something. Typically this has to do with physical activities or sports. Ex: Man, you're a machine on the basketball court! You're amazing. Ex: The race was amazing. Jane was a machine!