We'd never strong-arm you, but there are so many benefits to adding a medicine ball to your workout. (Getty Images) I'll admit it: For years, I avoided adding a medicine ball to my workouts. Frankly, ...

Precautions: Do not do this exercise if you have patellofemoral syndrome or other knee injuries that cause pain during this exercise. Setup: Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a medicine ball in ...

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (KABC) -- The medicine ball has gotten a style makeover. It's no longer the ancient fitness tool you may think of. The modern version is called a 'Ugi' ball, which stands for 'u ...

Start in a seated position with your legs slightly bent. Hold the medicine ball at your abdomen. While holding the medicine ball, rotate your torso from side to side. Beginner — Start with 10-12 reps, ...

Hi, I am Nathan Mikeska and I am here at Ourlife Weight Loss and Fitness. I am going to show you a dynamic movement that consists of a lunge and torso twist. This move will work the hamstrings, quads, ...

Stand with feet shoulder width apart, holding medicine ball with straight arms out in front of chest. Step into a forward lunge with right leg, bending your knee to a 90-degree angle. Body should ...

This week's workout comes from trainer Jamie at Lifestyle Fitness. This medicine ball throw and twist is great for your core and obliques. It’s important to sit upright to maintain your balance using ...

If you’re looking to revamp your workouts, you might try different training methods or switching up your equipment. And with the rise of functional training and low-impact strength options that you ...

Strengthening your obliques can help improve core stability, correct your posture, protect your spine, and enhance your ...

This week's workout comes from trainer Jamie at Lifestyle Fitness. Grab a friend and a ball for a fun core workout. Form and communication is key in this medicine ball toss twist with your friend.

Eight killer exercises for turning an old-school medicine ball into the ultimate muscle-building machine. These workouts will make sure none of your muscles get an easy pass. Perform the moves back-to ...