Rating of the best medicine balls for 2022

Currently, every person strives to lead a healthy lifestyle, keep himself in good physical shape. You don't have to be an athlete to do this. It is enough to devote some free time for physical exercises. You can use any sports equipment, including the simplest and most affordable, which include a medicine ball (from the English word Medicine ball - medicine ball). Its use contributes not only to the rapid and effective dropping of extra pounds, but also to the strengthening of all muscle groups. It helps in the rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Medicine ball - what is it?

Three thousand years ago, Persian and Greek warriors conducted endurance training using special devices in the form of animal skins filled with sand.

Ancient sources testify that the Greek physician Hippocrates recommended that his patients restore their health with the help of exercises with leather stuffed bags.

They were thrown, pushed away from themselves, rotated, thrown, simply lifted, did squats, bends and lunges with them.

In the modern world, these simulators have significantly changed their appearance, while retaining functionality. For the most part, the medicine ball is made in the form of a dense rubber ball with a non-slip surface. In its functionality, it resembles dumbbells. Internal fillers are used mainly as weighting agents, which does not allow the ball to bounce off the surface.

What are medballs? There are a lot of types, depending on the manufacturer and what they are for. Products are produced in various shapes and shades, expensive and budget, as well as different sizes. This unique machine is widely used for both fitness and physical training at home.

Factories mainly produce inexpensive and compact models from 1 to 10 kg, with handles, horns and without them. Men work out with heavier equipment, women prefer to use balls with a volume of no more than two kilograms for warm-up. The presence of a handle on the ball makes it very similar to a classic kettlebell.

Today, the scope of use of a sports simulator is quite diverse:

1. Used for cardio training.
2. Helps to lose extra pounds, pump up the muscles of the arms, legs, back, buttocks and abdomen.
3. Strengthens the musculoskeletal system.
4. Helps to recover from injuries to the elderly, as it does not negatively affect the joints and ligaments, eliminates their damage.
5. It is used for sports with teenagers and children.
6. Gives the opportunity to develop coordination, balance, agility, strength qualities.

How to choose the right model

As soon as there is a desire to purchase such a simulator, a lot of questions arise: which company's product is better to choose, from what material, what is the optimal size and weight, where to buy? The best manufacturers offer a huge selection of popular models at various prices. But before making a final decision, you need to read the recommendations of experts, carefully study the characteristics and functions of the product, pay attention to reviews, ratings, and review the options offered.

According to buyers, it does not matter how much the simulator costs and what its brand is. Sometimes the price depends on the popularity of models. However, the selection criteria must be different. What you need to pay special attention to avoid making mistakes when choosing? Consider the main indicators:

Name	Description
Material	It is of no small importance, since the projectile should be pleasantly felt by the hands, have an excellent texture that provides good grip.
Dimensions	The main range is from 2 to 4 kg. Trained people use heavier products - 8 - 10 kg. From the point of view of medicine, the development of endurance is not the main function of the simulator. It is more used for muscle development and for physical activity.
Quality	It mainly depends on the material used to make it. If the material is of high quality, then the product will be reliable and durable.

It should also be borne in mind that the balls are of the following types:

1. From PVC. Metal shavings act as a filler. Can also be filled with sand.
2. Upholstery material - leatherette, filler - rubber crumb. Removable upholstery allows you to replace the filler with a new one, reduce or increase the volume of the product.
3. With gel filling. Scope - throws.
4. Trainer equipped with handles. Differs in high durability, an upholstery - rubber, volume - from 1 to 10 kg. It is used instead of weights or dumbbells, perfectly pumps up muscles.

Which shell is better to buy depends on the preferences of the person and on his desire to lead a healthy lifestyle. The best simulators are expensive, they are branded, as they are made by the world's best manufacturing companies that constantly acquaint their fans with new products, rank quality products, and give advice on purchasing.

You can buy the medicine ball you like at specialized outlets, or order the goods online in the online store.But first, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the advantages and disadvantages of the projectile, pay attention to customer reviews and make the right decision.

How to make your own ball

For athletes, it is better to purchase a high-quality world-brand equipment in a specialized sports store, where the average price is quite significant. If we are talking about the physical development of a baby at home, or the restoration of limb functions in an elderly person, then you can make a small ball with your own hands. It can be used during morning exercises or during games. The main tasks of the simulator:

• develop the physical abilities of the child;
• strengthen muscles;
• improve motor skills and abilities;
• cultivate patience and perseverance;
• increase stamina and mood.

There is nothing complicated in making a stuffed ball. First you need to acquire the following tools and materials:

• scissors;
• sewing machine;
• strong threads;
• needle;
• chalk or soap for drawing patterns;
• raincoat fabric of different shades;
• synthetic winterizer;
• pattern.

Below is a step-by-step instruction for making a stuffed ball:

1. We take a pattern, lay it on the fabric, circle it. In this case, it is desirable to make two parts of a different color.
2. We put the parts with the right sides to each other.
3. We sew the seams on the sewing machine, leaving free space (hole about 5 - 7 cm).
4. Turns the workpiece.
5. Stuffs the resulting product with synthetic winterizer through the hole left.
6. We take a needle with a thread of a suitable color, and sew up the hole by hand.
7. The ball is ready to use.

The scope of such a simulator for children:

• throws with the right and left hand over long distances;
• hitting a target or basket;
• picking up in a bucket (who is more);
• as a developing game - picking up balls by color (for example, separately red, yellow, green);
• use in relay races by children of preschool age;
• for mastering simple mathematical operations (addition, subtraction);
• for orientation in size, shape, for comparative purposes.

It is best to use raincoat fabric when making balls of small diameter. It is easy to wash and dries well. Exercise machines can be made in any diameter, volume and color. Do not stuff them too tightly to avoid the possibility of injury to various parts of the body when hit at close range. This is especially true for the face and head.

Medicine ball exercises

If you visit a sports complex, the trainer will select the appropriate option for you, tell you what exercises to do with the medicine ball, and control their implementation. But if there is not a lot of free time and you have to engage in recovery at home, then there are a few simple exercises that even an unprepared person can master. They will help develop speed, strength, endurance, agility. They can be done with rhythmic music. The standard workout contains the following exercises:

1. We sit on our knees, the back is straight. We take the ball in our hands and raise it above our heads. We try to take our hands as far back as possible.
2. The ball is held outstretched in front of you. At the same time, the elbows are slightly bent. With springy movements, we try to get the ball to the back.
3. We take the simulator by the handle and try to keep it as long as possible on the arm extended forward. We alternate hands.
4. We sit on one knee, stretch the other leg to the side. The ball is in an upraised hand.We lean towards the outstretched leg, then in the opposite direction.
5. Lie on your back, place the projectile between the ankles. Raise your legs to a height of 25-30 cm from the floor and try to hold in this state for as long as possible.
6. Using a medicine ball to support your hands, push up several times.

It is possible to get a positive result only if each exercise is performed at least 10-12 times in a row.

Rating of the best medicine balls for 2022

Rubber

Record Medicine Ball

Training with its use develop endurance, dynamic flexibility, functional strength. Doesn't bounce off the floor. The product is produced with a diameter of 12 to 20 cm and a volume of 1 to 6 kg. Material - durable rubber, sand acts as a filler.

Pricing policy - from 440 rubles. up to 1200 rub.

• good quality;
• comfortable;
• pleasant to the touch;
• variety of shades: green, blue, red, orange, black.

• not identified.

SOFT WEIGHT BALL

A good option for strength training. Well develops endurance and coordination, strengthens the muscles of the body. Widely used in fitness training, therapeutic exercises, aerobics, rehabilitation after injuries. Volume - 1 kg, diameter - from 11 to 14 cm, does not jump. Made in three colors - orange, blue, green. Production material - high-strength rubber, filler - sand.

Price - 450 rubles.

• qualitative;
• reliable;
• comfortable;
• has a nipple, thanks to which, using a needle, you can independently change the elasticity and diameter of the product.

• not identified.

Medicine Ball Zelart

Relief solid sports equipment, the weight of which is evenly distributed, since there is no sand inside that can change the center of gravity. It is used in training of any kind of sports. It bears the name: functional or weighted. Made from thick rubber. Trains strength, endurance, pumps up muscle mass. Available in several variations:

• 19-centimeter diameter with a volume of 1 to 2 kg;
• 23-centimeter diameter with a volume of 3 to 5 kg;
• 28.6 cm in diameter with a weight of 6 to 10 kg.

Cost - depending on the dimensions, it ranges from 1500 rubles to 5000 rubles.

• non-slip surface;
• comfortable;
• long service life.

• missing.

SLAM BALL

Used for percussion training. The rubber upper has enviable wear resistance. It does not bounce off the floor, as it is filled with sand. Designed for exercises based on throwing the ball on the floor. With it you can squat, do push-ups, do lunges. Used for training the upper shoulder girdle, abs, buttocks, quadriceps. There are three shades - black, gray, blue. Weight varies from 2 to 12 kg, diameter - 23 cm.

Price - from 1800 to 3500 rubles.

• non-slip surface;
• perfectly cleaned and washed;
• wear-resistant coating;
• convenient.

• not detected.

SlamBall Embossed Power System

Differs in a flexible and thick surface, relief drawing. The surface is high-strength, rubber. Jumping qualities are absent. The filler is sand. Mainly used for throwing on the floor. You can do push-ups, lunges, squats with it. Trains the buttocks, abs, shoulder girdle. Produced in black.Diameter - 23 cm, weight - 10 kg.

Price - 2200 rubles.

• high quality;
• excellent wear resistance;
• convenient;
• good combination of price and quality;
• easy to clean.

• significant ones are missing.

PVC

sportko

A great exercise machine to bring yourself into proper physical shape at home. It is used by both professional athletes and beginners with a zero level of training. The weight of the product is from 5 to 8 kg. The material of production is high quality PVC, the ball is stuffed with crumb rubber. Available in three colors - blue, red and black.

The cost is 1700 rubles.

• comfortable;
• reliable;
• practical;
• helps to recover from injuries;
• small size.

• not identified.

Boyko Sport

A great simulator for beginner athletes and for those who want to lose weight. Mostly used by women for home workouts and for fitness, aerobics. Product weight - 1 kg, diameter - 14 cm. Made of PVC boat fabric with a density of 1000 g / sq.m. The filler is crumb rubber or a textile flap.

Price - 770 rubles.

• practical;
• convenient;
• multifunctional;
• pleasant to the touch.

• not identified.

LiveUp Soft Weight boll

A stuffed soft ball, which is used primarily for the purpose of rehabilitation after injuries. It can also be used in aerobics and strength training. It helps to diversify the exercises, making them more effective. A gentle load allows novice athletes to get in good physical shape.Elderly people, children, women are happy to work with him. Main purpose: strengthens muscles throughout the body, develops endurance and coordination. Made of polyvinyl chloride, filled with sand, weighs 3 kg with a diameter of 10 cm.

The cost is 770 rubles.

• good quality;
• practical;
• multifunctional;
• pleasant to the touch;
• affordable price.

• significant have not been identified.

Leather or leatherette

MATSA ME-0241-4

The medicine ball is produced in weights of 2, 3 and 4 kg, with a diameter of 20 cm, red and black. The upper is made of genuine leather, filled with sand. An excellent weighting agent for many types of sports exercises. It contributes not only to pumping up muscle mass, but also to rehabilitation after injuries.

The cost is from 1600 to 2500 rubles.

• great quality;
• long service life;
• washes well;
• convenient to use;
• reliable.

• significant were not observed.

Greenhill

Leather product of the famous manufacturer of sports equipment Green Hill. It is produced in several variations: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 kg. The filler is crumb rubber. High quality product, made of durable eco-friendly leather. Used for training the shoulder girdle and pumping up the press.

Price - 3500 rubles.

• excellent quality;
• good performance;
• reliability.

• not installed.

sportko

The well-known manufacturer of sports equipment Sportko produces high-quality and high-strength leather medicine balls weighing from 1 to 8 kg, with a diameter of 17 to 26 cm, respectively. Rubber crumb is used as a filler.A multifunctional ball allows you to strengthen the muscles of the whole body, quickly recover from injuries, significantly lose weight and tidy up your figure. It can be used by both beginners and professionals in sports.

The cost is from 420 rubles.

• good quality;
• comfortable;
• effective;
• with a long service life.

• missing.

gel-filled

When choosing a product, it is necessary to pay attention not only to the appearance and manufacturer, but also to the features of the filler. In addition to sawdust and sand, modern models have a special gel. It has a significant cost, since its creation is an expensive process. But products with such a filler are very reliable, since the seepage of the gel through the seams, due to its high density, is almost impossible. A high-quality projectile with a gel filler with a weight of 2 kg will cost an average of about 3,000 rubles.

Reebok RE-20121

The kilogram projectile is especially popular during fitness and aerobics classes, as well as for cyclic and functional training. It is used both at home and in group classes. Made of molded rubber, the surface is non-slip. The color is exclusively yellow.

Price - 3200 rubles.

• practical;
• convenient;
• safe;
• multifunctional.

• significant cost;
• 1 year warranty.

Reebok RAB 40121MG

It is widely used in group aerobics, fitness classes, individual programs to restore partially lost limb mobility.Weight - 1 kg, filler - high-quality gel, color - solid red.

The cost is 3450 rubles.

• the surface does not slip;
• great for weight training;
• high-quality manufacturing material;
• reliable;
• durable.

• no significant ones were found.

ADIDAS ADBL 10414

An excellent projectile for pumping up the muscles of the whole body and for rehabilitation after injuries. It can be used by both professional athletes and beginners, as well as the elderly. It is made of molded rubber weighing from 3 to 8 kg. Suitable for personal and group training.

The average price is 7300 rubles.

• high-strength material is used for manufacturing;
• convenient;
• reliable;
• with a long service life;
• non-slip surface.

• is too expensive.

RISING (9 kg)

It is used to improve coordination and agility, the development of speed-strength qualities. Despite the sparing training regimen, the results are excellent: coordination improves, body flexibility develops, muscles are toned, joints work better. Production material - waterproof polyurethane, colors - varied, depending on the weight of the product. This one is black and orange.

Price - 5400 rubles.

• non-slip surface;
• water resistance;
• does not bounce off the floor;
• absorbs shock;
• long service life;
• great quality;
• reliability.

• no significant ones were found.

Tunturi Medicine Ball 5 kg

A unique trainer for fitness and strength training. Made from high strength rubber.Projectile diameter - 23 cm, weight - 5 kg. It is used for pumping up the muscles of the body, restoring lost functions of the limbs, rehabilitation after a serious injury.

The cost is 5350 rubles.

• good combination of price and quality;
• durability;
• reliability;
• convenience.

• small warranty period of 1 year.

Projectiles with handles

Exercise machines of this type are, as a rule, spherical in shape and are available in several varieties:

• with rope;
• with two handles;
• with one handle.

Balls are used as a weight for exercises where there are swings with arms or for throws. They are usually produced in small sizes and weights (from 1 to 5 kg). They don't bounce off the floor. Traction exercises are performed using shells equipped with two or one handle. A convenient and compact simulator makes it possible to develop strength, strengthen muscles, and benefit health.

Record Medicine Boll FI-5111-5

A projectile weighing 5 kg with a diameter of 27.5 cm in black and purple with two handles is made of rubber. Sand acts as a filler. It is used in aerobics, strength exercises, boxing, various martial arts. Suitable for both individual and group lessons. It fulfills not only sports goals, but also solves health problems: restores coordination, flexibility, strength, develops endurance, trains muscles.

Price - 4600 rubles.

• made of high quality rubber;
• reliable;
• handles are comfortable to grip;
• cast structure;
• the presence of a flat side makes it possible to do exercises on the floor.

• no significant ones were found.

Zelart FI-5111-7

Product with two handles weighing 7 kg, diameter 27.5 cm, black and green. The filler is sand. With his participation, various functional trainings, martial arts are held. It is considered an excellent simulator for the muscles of the core, upper shoulder girdle, press. It helps to develop endurance, speed, strength. It is held with both hands during push-ups, lunges, turns, throws.

The cost is 5700 rubles.

• good quality;
• durability;
• convenience;
• practicality;
• reliability.

• missing.

Medicine Ball PZ-FI-5111-8

Good quality Chinese product weighing 8 kg, 27.5 cm in diameter, black and red, manufacturer - Zelart. Made of high quality rubber, filler - sand. The main purpose is for fitness and crossfit. It impresses with its convenience and brightness, it is good to train and heal with it. The presence of a handle refers it to a multifunctional fitness equipment. Used for strength exercises, aerobics, martial arts. Various exercises with his participation help to develop strength, endurance, flexibility, reaction. It is used for rotational movements, throws, turns and lunges. Ideal for plyometric exercises and stabilisers.

Price - 6900 rubles.

• cast base;
• increased strength;
• durability;
• well cleaned and washed;
• handles are comfortable to grip;
• excellent combination of price and quality.

• significant have not been identified.

Conclusion

Medball is the optimal simulator for both professional athletes and beginners, regardless of age and physical fitness.The projectile helps to strengthen muscles, make the posture correct, lose weight, and recover from injury. Classes are held, as a rule, under the strict guidance of qualified coaches and sports doctors who recommend the correct load, monitor the quality of the exercises performed, and try to develop a program that will make it possible to achieve the best results and achieve the goal.

The medicine ball helps the muscles and ligaments to work without putting them under excessive stress. The simulator helps to gain flexibility, increase the speed of movements, improve balance and coordination, makes it possible to quickly and efficiently improve health after surgery, make the figure slim and inflated. Medicine ball training is called functional training.