Medicine ball

How it is used

Trainers describe a medicine ball by its weight and intended exercises.

Example sentences

1. The partners passed a medicine ball across the marked space.

   The weighted ball adds resistance to the passing drill.

2. We stored the medicine ball below the shelf of light foam balls.

   Storage separates the heavier training tool from ordinary balls.

Common collocations

• medicine ball throw
• medicine ball workout

Related terms

• gymA building or room with equipment for physical exercise, such as weights, machines and treadmills; also called a fitness centre or health club.
• drillA short practice exercise, repeated many times, that trains one particular skill or movement, such as passing, footwork or a set play.

More terms: Gym & Equipment

• dumbbell
• barbell
• treadmill
• kettlebell
• resistance band
• spot
• free weights
• locker room
• foam roller
• adjustable bench
• agility ladder
• squat rack