Medicine Balls, Wall Balls, Slam Balls & Swiss Balls
Medicine balls are a great way to add weight and resistance to your workout. Whether you enjoy pilates, core exercises, cardio or circuit training, adding a wall ball, swiss ball or medicine ball to your workout will up the difficulty of your workout. Our medicine balls and slam balls come in various weights so that you can tailor your workout to your strength and ability. From weighted sit-ups to wall slams, you can create new and inventive ways of incorporating your medicine ball into your gym routine or functional strength training session. Or, if you want more equipment for your workouts, explore our Functional Fitness selection here at FitKit, including core bags.
Shop slam balls, wall balls, medicine balls and swiss balls at FitKit for your home or commercial gyms.
Are slam balls the same as medicine balls?
Slam balls and medicine balls are similar but are not the same. Here are the key differences so you can use the best one for the right exercise.
Slam balls are designed specifically for high-impact exercises like slams, where the ball is repeatedly thrown to the ground. Slam balls are also filled with sand or gel, so the weight shifts inside, making it easier to absorb impact. They're built to absorb impact and not bounce. They're also made of thick, durable material like rubber to withstand heavy slamming. They also often feature a textured, non-slip surface.
On the other hand, medicine balls are more versatile and can be used for throws, twists and core work. Some medicine balls may bounce, but others may not, depending on their design. They may also have handles for easier grip when doing core exercises and squats. Typically made from softer materials like leather, vinyl or rubber, they're not designed for high-impact slams. Lastly, medicine balls have a more uniform weight distribution because they focus on balance and coordination.
Wall balls at FitKit
Shop wall balls at FitKit to add to your home or commercial gym. These are essential to perfect the CrossFit "Wall Ball Shot". Wall balls are typically larger than slam and medicine balls, making them easier to catch and throw during high-rep exercises like wall ball shots. They also feature a soft, cushioned outer shell, making them more comfortable to catch when thrown against a wall or during partner exercises.
Wall balls have evenly distributed weight to help with throwing and catching and are unsuitable for slams. However, they do not bounce, which prevents unpredictable ricocheting when thrown against a wall.
If you're collecting functional fitness equipment for your home or commercial gym, we stock new gym balls from leading brands like Fitness Mad and Physical Company to enhance your workouts or fully equip your commercial gym.