Slam ball vs. Medicine ball: what can you do with it?

Chances are you've heard of them: slam balls and medicine balls. These balls can be used to make your workouts more challenging and are the ideal companion for your fitness workout! What exactly can you do with them?

Both a slam ball and a medicine ball are used in athletic training. They promote muscle growth and improve hand-eye coordination. Both balls, as the name suggests, are shaped like a ball and are available in various sizes and weights . However, the balls are somewhat different, and each is used for a different purpose.

Slam ball

A slam ball is a ball, sometimes with handles or a rope, available in various sizes and weights. A heavier ball doesn't automatically become larger. At Gorilla Sports, we offer slam balls ranging from 3 to 20 kg . These balls are filled with air and sand, causing the weight to bounce back and forth during use. Unique to a slam ball is its hard exterior, making it resistant to high speeds and hard surfaces. You can throw it powerfully!

Slam ball training

The slam ball is most commonly used for throwing on the ground. To do this, stand firmly on the ground and extend your arms slightly out in front of you with the slam ball. Then throw the ball forcefully onto the ground and try to catch it again. Then repeat this fun exercise. This explosive movement trains your entire body: especially your core, shoulders, triceps, back, and calves.

Medicine ball

A medicine ball, or medizine ball, is often used for lifting and rolling exercises. These balls are heavy and compact, making them ideal as a training aid for exercises like abdominal exercises. However, medicine balls don't handle impact as well, so they're less suitable for throwing exercises.

We also offer medicine balls with a handle. These can be used like kettlebells and you can perform swings with them. These are often used for training in sports like hockey and tennis.

Watch the following video and learn some exercises that can use a medicine ball!