Working out with a medicine ball provides a number of benefits such as: "Medicine balls activate your abdominals and create resistance for strength building," says yoga instructor, Shelly Mayfield, ...

For a twist, add a medicine ball: Keep your arms straight and core engaged during this move. (Getty Images) I'll admit it: For years, I avoided adding a medicine ball to my workouts. Frankly, I was ...

Gym ball exercises are the underrated Pilates alternative. They challenge the core, shoulders, arms, and back in a similar way and use a versatile fitness essential. I love a Pilates workout at home.

Last week I explained and showed a video tutorial on exercises using a jump rope, resistance band, and a medicine ball. All of these you can find for less than $30, and they last a long time. So, they ...

Medicine balls are a firm favorite in the exercise class I teach, and newcomers often ask how else they can use them if they bought their own. I think it’s a great addition to a home gym, even if you ...