The medicine ball’s long history as a piece of weight training equipment persists today because of its versatility, and its relative safety as compared to other types of weights. And while the materials used to make a medicine ball have evolved over the years, the basic structure and function remains largely the same.
A medicine ball is a weighted ball, traditionally made from leather but now more often made from vinyl, plastic, rubber, or other synthetic materials to increase grip and reduce cost. Medicine balls come in a variety of sizes and weights, and they are versatile enough to work a wide variety of muscles.
