Slam Balls
Slam BallsΒ by Vulcan Fitness
Vulcan Fitness is one of Australia's leading suppliers of high quality and affordable slam balls.Β Slam balls are a type of weightlifting equipment used for strength and conditioning exercises. They are typically made of heavy-duty rubber and filled with sand, making them durable and versatile for various types of workouts. The balls are often used in functional fitness and CrossFit training, as well as in strength and powerlifting exercises. The name "slam ball" comes from the fact that they are designed to be slammed onto the ground as part of various exercises. These exercises can help improve power, explosiveness, and overall fitness, and are often used as a substitute for traditional medicine balls.
FAQs
What areΒ Slam BallsΒ used for?
There are many different exercises that can be performed with a slam ball. Here are a few of the most popular and effective exercises:
- Slams: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ball overhead. Use your full body to explosively throw the ball down to the ground, focusing on using your legs, hips, and core to generate power. Pick up the ball and repeat for desired reps.
- Overhead throws: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ball at chest height. Use your full body to explosively throw the ball overhead, focusing on using your legs, hips, and core to generate power. Catch the ball and repeat for desired reps.
- Russian twists: Sit on the ground with your knees bent and hold the ball in front of your chest. Twist your torso from side to side, tapping the ball on the ground on either side of your hips. Keep your core engaged and back straight throughout the exercise.
- Squats: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the ball at chest height. Perform a squat, lowering your hips down towards the ground and keeping the ball at chest height. Push back up to the starting position and repeat for desired reps.
- Lunges: Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold the ball at chest height. Step forward with one foot, lowering your back knee towards the ground and keeping the ball at chest height. Push back up to the starting position and repeat for desired reps on each side.
It's important to use proper form and technique when performing exercises with a slam ball to avoid injury and get the most out of the workout. Start with a lighter weight and gradually increase as your strength and confidence grows.