5-ball rack High-quality rack with storage space for up to 5 medicine balls. Ideal for space-saving, professional studio equipment or your home gym. Round and colourful – medicine balls in various weight categories Perform Better medicine balls are made from high-quality rubber and feature a textured surface that ensures excellent grip. The rebound can be individually adjusted via an integrated needle valve. The Perform Better medicine ball is available in various weight classes and is therefore ideal for professional use in the gym, as well as in school and team sports. The wide variety of exercises ensures a varied workout. From strength, endurance or dynamic warm-up exercises right through to coordination training, the medicine balls are highly versatile. The medicine ball is also an extremely effective training tool in the fields of rehabilitation and injury prevention. To make the medicine balls more user-friendly, each weight class is assigned its own colour code. This makes it easier to distinguish between the different weights. Product details Material: rubber Easy to clean Includes 5 weight levels (2–6 kg)
The PB Extreme Soft medicine ball in a new and improved design! With the new PB Extreme Soft medicine balls, your workout is a real pleasure! They are made from high-quality, robust material and can withstand even the toughest training sessions. Despite their varying weights, all medicine balls have a standard diameter of 36.0 cm, making them particularly easy to handle. With its wide range of weights, the PB Extreme Soft medicine ball leaves nothing to be desired. Whether you’re a professional, a recreational athlete or a fitness enthusiast, the medicine ball offers the right level of intensity for every training level. With its new design, it’s also a real eye-catcher in the gym. Product details Diameter of all balls: 36 cm Colour: Black 11 weight levels: 4–30 lbs. 2-year guarantee!
Product information: PB Speed Soft Medicine BallDiscover the versatility of the PB Speed Soft Medicine Ball – your tool for varied and effective training! PB Speed Soft medicine balls are the perfect choice to take your workout to the next level. Made from high-quality, durable material, these balls are the ultimate solution for even the toughest training sessions.Features at a glance: High-quality construction: Our PB Speed Soft medicine balls are all about quality. They are made from high-quality, durable material and have been designed to withstand the demands of intense workouts.Uniform diameter: Despite their different weight classes, all medicine balls have a uniform diameter of 35.5 cm. This makes them particularly easy to handle and enables consistent movement execution across various exercises. Versatile weight range: The PB Speed Soft medicine ball offers a wide range of weights, providing the right weight for everyone from professional and competitive athletes to recreational sports enthusiasts. This allows you to tailor the intensity of your training to individual needs. Suitable for every fitness level: Whether you’re a professional or a casual athlete, this medicine ball is suitable for every fitness level. The variety of weights helps you challenge your clients and help them achieve their fitness goals. Experience effective training with the PB Speed Soft medicine ball and take your fitness to a whole new level! Whether in the gym, on the playing field or during rehabilitation – this medicine ball stands for quality, versatility and effectiveness. Product details: Material: PVC (outer layer) Filling: polypropylene & rubber (inner) Diameter: 35.5 cm Circumference: 111.5 cm Colour: Black Variants: 3 kg, 4 kg, 6 kg, 9 kg, 12 kg
The TRX Slam Ball – Sturdy, high-quality and ideal for throwing exercises!TRX SLAM BALLS are exceptionally durable balls, specially designed for demanding throwing exercises. The outer layer consists of a robust and non-slip rubber compound that can withstand even high levels of stress. The combination of the durable outer layer and the special sand filling ensures that the ball does not bounce uncontrollably during intense throwing exercises. Instead, it reliably stays in place. This unique combination makes the Slam Ball an indispensable tool for effective training. TRX SLAM BALLS are available in a wide range of different weight categories. This allows them to be perfectly tailored to your individual fitness level and enables you to continuously improve your performance.Benefits and areas of use:The universal application of TRX SLAM BALLS makes them extremely versatile. Regardless of the exercise variation chosen, the arms, shoulders and parts of the upper body are engaged in a dynamic manner. The focus is on improving explosive power and speed; with heavier weights, the emphasis is also on maximum strength. During training, the core muscles are also constantly stabilised, particularly the abdominal muscles. The legs can be incorporated into the exercises either dynamically or statically. By integrating complex body movements, plyometric elements and external influences, the training enhances coordination and reaction skills. Depending on the type of exercise and how it is used, the training can also provide cardiovascular benefits. Furthermore, slam balls are ideal for sport-specific training in disciplines such as basketball, handball or volleyball.Product informationMaterial: rubberFilling: SandDiameter: 23 cm (2.7–9.1 kg), 28 cm (11.3–22.7 kg)Colour: greyVariants: 2.7 kg ∙ 3.6 kg ∙ 4.5 kg ∙ 6.8 kg ∙ 9.1 kg ∙ 11.3 kg ∙ 13.6 kg ∙ 18.1 kg ∙ 22.7 kg
Perform Better medicine balls are made from high-quality rubber and feature a textured surface that ensures excellent grip. The rebound can be individually adjusted via an integrated needle valve. The Perform Better medicine ball is available in various weight categories and is therefore ideal for professional use in the gym or in school and team sports. The wide variety of exercises ensures a varied workout. From strength, endurance and dynamic warm-up exercises right through to coordination training, the medicine balls are highly versatile. The medicine ball is also an extremely effective training tool in the fields of rehabilitation and injury prevention. To make the medicine balls more appealing, each weight category is assigned its own colour code. This makes it easier to distinguish between the different weights. Product details Material: rubber easy to clean available in 7 weight levels (1–7 kg) & as a set Click here for >> Certified Functional Trainer
Training with TRX exercise and stability balls will enhance your workout or rehabilitation programme. Incorporate the ball into your training to improve your core strength, your balance and your posture. With the TRX exercise balls, you can perform a wide variety of exercises for the whole body – either using the ball on its own, or in combination with other training equipment. The ball forces you to maintain correct posture and alignment throughout your workout. In doing so, you can combine balance and stability training and dramatically increase the efficiency of your workout. TRX exercise balls are handmade from durable, non-slip vinyl. They are extremely robust and can withstand the toughest conditions and weights of up to 450 kg. This makes them suitable not only for bodyweight training, but also for training with weights. TRX exercise balls are available in two sizes. Ideal for a wide range of exercises at the gym and at home. Product details: Available sizes: 55 cm and 65 cm Made from non-slip vinyl Anti-burst technology – can withstand loads of up to 450 kg Ideal for bodyweight exercises, but also perfectly suited to weight training Improves core strength, balance, stability and posture
Product information: PB Strong Jam Ball BlackThe perfect companion for powerful kicking and throwing exercises!The PB Strong Jam Ball features a hard-wearing surface made from robust rubber and is specially designed for intensive training sessions. Its sand filling gives it the necessary weight and prevents any rebound. The textured surface ensures optimum grip during training. The Jam Ball is perfect for your workout at home or at the gym.Product details: Material: PVC Colour: BlackFilling: Sand Diameter: 21–25 cm, depending on weightVariants: 2 kg ∙ 4 kg ∙ 6 kg ∙ 8 kg ∙ 10 kg ∙ 12 kg ∙ 14 kg ∙ 16 kg ∙ 18 kg ∙ 20 kg
Product information: PB Speed Jam BallYour ultimate tool for powerful throwing exercises! The PB Speed Jam Ball is the perfect companion to take your throwing exercises to the next level. With a robust outer shell made of thick rubber, this slam ball is designed to withstand the toughest conditions and offers you reliable performance during every workout. Features at a glance: Robust construction: The PB Speed Jam Ball has been developed to withstand the most demanding conditions. Its durable outer shell made of thick rubber makes it extremely long-lasting and hard-wearing. Optimal weight: The sand filling gives the Jam Ball just the right weight for performing powerful throwing exercises. The flexibility of the sand reduces any rebound, giving you full control over your movements.Excellent grip: The textured, rough surface of the Jam Ball ensures optimal grip during exercises, whether you’re throwing, pushing or swinging.Versatile use: The PB Speed Jam Ball is suitable for both home use and professional gyms. It is the ideal tool for throwing exercises that challenge strength and coordination. Experience the power of the PB Speed Jam Ball and boost your clients’ throwing power and precision. Buy the PB Speed Slam Ball today and take your clients’ training to the next level!Product details: Material: PVC Filling: Sand Diameter: 21–25 cm, depending on weight Colour: Black Variants: 2 kg, 4 kg, 6 kg, 8 kg, 10 kg, 12 kg, 14 kg, 16 kg, 18 kg, 20 kg
Product information: PB Speed medicine ballDiscover the versatility of the PB Speed Medicine Ball – your companion for varied and effective training! Perform Better’s medicine balls set new standards in quality and functionality. Made from high-quality rubber, they offer you and your clients the ideal training tool for a wide range of exercises. The textured surface ensures a secure grip, whilst the integrated needle valve allows you to adjust the rebound to suit your individual needs. Features at a glance: High-quality materials: Our PB Speed medicine balls are made from high-quality rubber, ensuring the ball’s durability and resilience. This makes them perfect for professional use in gyms, schools, physiotherapy practices and team sports. Adjustable rebound: With the integrated needle valve, you can individually adjust the medicine ball’s rebound characteristics. This gives you control over your training. A wide range of weights: The Perform Better medicine ball is available in various weights, offering a broad range of training options. From strength and endurance exercises to dynamic warm-ups and coordination training – this medicine ball is extremely versatile. Rehabilitation and prevention: As well as intensive training, the medicine ball is also ideal for rehabilitation and injury prevention. Its versatile applications support holistic health promotion. Colour-coding: Each weight category of the medicine ball is colour-coded to make it easy to distinguish between the different weights. This ensures you always have a clear overview of your training equipment. Discover a world of possibilities with the PB Speed medicine ball. Whether in the gym, on the playing field or during rehabilitation – this medicine ball stands for quality, versatility and effectiveness. Take your clients’ fitness to a new level and experience the benefits of high-quality training equipment!Product details: Material: rubber Circumference: 60 cm – 90 cm Diameter: 19 cm – 29 cm Colour: Light blue, red, yellow, blue, orange, green, purple Variants: 1 kg, 2 kg, 3 kg, 4 kg, 5 kg, 6 kg, 7 kg, 1–7 kg (set)
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Index
Chapter 1
Training with balls
In school sports, as well as in the training schedule of a professional athlete, a ball should not be missing. Balls are even a real fitness insider tip, because they spice up any boring training.
Even simple exercises are therefore a whole body workout.
What is training with balls good for?
A workout with balls trains the coordination and strength of an athlete. Although balls are often seen as toys, they can be used to train the whole body intensively and effectively.
There are different types of balls for optimal training:
Gymnastics balls, medicine balls & slam balls.
What the special features are and how you can integrate balls into your everyday life or your training, you will find out in the further course of our purchase advisor.
Chapter 2
What are gymnastic balls?
Whether in the office or in functional training, the gymnastics ball is an all-purpose means to train health, endurance and body.
What can a gym ball help you with?
With the gym ball you can train your whole body intensively. Because you have to keep your balance all the time, several muscle groups are required at the same time and especially the trunk muscles are extremely stressed.
Because sitting on the gym ball relieves the legs in particular, it is usually recommended for pregnant women, beginners or people with back problems. However, the ball can just as well be integrated into a demanding fitness program.
Which gymnastic ball for which height?
Body size Ball size
- up to 140 cm: 45 cm
- up to 155 cm: 55 cm
- up to 175 cm: 65 cm
- up to 185 cm: 75 cm
- up to 200 cm: 85 cm
- to 215 cm: 95 cm
The gymnastic ball for the office
To improve your back posture during work and bring a little variety to your boring office routine, you can swap your office chair for a gym ball. However, you should adjust the height of your office desk to the height of the ball.
And it is also important: You should not sit on a gymnastic ball for more than 30 minutes in the office, because the sitting ball does you more harm than good after a longer period of time.
The gym ball for training:
The gym ball is a great training tool that even professional athletes use for their training to effectively train the whole body with as little effort as possible.
Chapter 3
What are medicine balls?
The medicine ball is the perfect training gadget for functional training. It is versatile and therefore a perfect investment for the homegym.
What makes a medicine ball?
A medicine ball is a large heavy weight ball that is suitable for CrossFit training to strengthen the body muscles. It is used in school sports but also in a real workout to become strong and flexible.
A medicine ball can be divided into soft medicine balls and standard medicine balls. The former are, as the name suggests, softer, but have a larger diameter.
For whom is a workout with the medicine ball suitable?
Training with the medicine ball is suitable for beginners as well as for advanced students. It only needs to have the right weight for you so that it can be adapted to your training level.
Which medicine ball is the right one?
Our recommendation for women:
Beginners should start with a weight of about 2 kg. Advanced users can train very well with a weight of about 4 kg.
Our recommendation for men:
Beginners should start with a weight of about 4 kg. For advanced users, a weight of 6 kg and up is very suitable.
You want to train with a medicine ball as well? Here is a video for you that shows you how:
For a more demanding strength training with a ball, there are so-called slam balls. These are a more modern version of the medicine ball. And versatile. So the perfect training device for every athlete.
What is a Slam Ball?
A slam ball is a durable ball that was developed primarily for throwing exercises. The outer layer of the slam ball consists mainly of a layer of rubber compound, which is very durable.
Due to a special mixture of outer layer and filling, the ball does not bounce back when thrown against the wall or floor, but stays on the floor.
For whom is a Slam Ball suitable?
A slam ball is suitable for every fitness level due to its availability in different weight categories. With this type of ball you can create a demanding weight training with little effort. The focus of these exercises is on improving the speed power, i.e. the ability of the ball to deliver the strongest possible force impact. Especially the trunk and the abdominal muscles are trained during a workout with the Slam Ball.
You want to get fit by training with Slam Balls? Great, because here is a video for you that shows you how:
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Functional training is the training concept of the future. Already an integral part of athlete training in the USA, this method – which has its roots in physiotherapy – is also becoming increasingly popular here. Indeed, the German national football team used functional training to prepare for the World Cup as early as 2006. It involves training entire muscle groups through free movements and simple equipment such as exercise mats or medicine balls – rather than just individual muscles, as is the case with weight machines in the gym. Each exercise simultaneously improves the stability and mobility of the core – our centre of strength, from which all movements originate – as well as the athlete’s coordination, reaction time and balance. Typical movement patterns for the respective sports are perfected and weaknesses specifically addressed, thereby also helping to prevent injuries. This comprehensive standard reference work, aimed at athletes, coaches and therapists, combines a well-founded theoretical section with numerous illustrated exercises that can be adapted to all sports. About the author: Michael Boyle is one of the world’s leading experts in performance optimisation in sport and functional training. He works with professional athletes across a wide range of sports, providing training and rehabilitation support, and is a sought-after consultant and speaker. His two books, *Functional Training* and *Advances in Functional Training*, are regarded as standard works in the field.Read an extract
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