While a weighted ball, such as a medicine ball, might seem like exercise equipment in its simplest form, they are actually an incredibly functional and effective training accessory. Weighted balls can help to build strength and coordination, can improve balance and posture, and are used by everyone from Olympians to people rehabilitating from injury.
Weighted balls come in a variety of sizes and types. Some are designed to bounce (rebound balls and wall balls), others aren’t (slam balls and dead balls). They can be as small as 1kg or as heavy as 40kg or more, and can be made of any number of materials, including rubber, leather, nylon and vinyl.
At GymQuip we offer a complete range of weighted balls, through Australia’s largest fitness showroom at our Canberra superstore, and our extensive online range.
If you aren’t sure which weighted ball is right for you, our fitness experts are here to help, so get in touch on (02) 6280 4447 or at gymquip@gqfitness.com.au. We send orders Australia-wide backed by a generous shipping and returns policy. And if you find one of our products cheaper elsewhere, we’ll beat that price!
Weighted balls are very practical and adaptable pieces of exercise equipment. They can be used for everything from rehab to high-end strength and cardio training. They can help to build muscle and aerobic capacity, and to improve balance, coordination and posture.
There are three main types of weighted ball: