The Complete Guide to Medicine Balls — Wall Balls, Rubber Sets, Dual Grip Packages & Rack Kits
Medicine balls are one of the oldest strength training tools in existence — and one of the most versatile. Long before barbells and dumbbells dominated the weight room, athletes were developing power, coordination, and conditioning by throwing, slamming, and catching weighted spheres. The medicine ball's enduring place in modern training isn't nostalgia — it's the result of a unique training quality that no other implement replicates as efficiently. Throwing, catching, and explosively moving a medicine ball trains power in both the concentric and eccentric phases simultaneously, and the rotational and multi-plane loading patterns it creates are among the most functionally relevant in athletic development. At Omaha Sports & Games, our medicine ball collection spans class kit packages with storage trees from Power Systems, three distinct rack-package configurations from Body-Solid, and three complete wall ball and medicine ball sets with racks from Troy Barbell — covering beginner personal training studios through high-volume commercial CrossFit facilities, all with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. Browse our full free weights collection and the complete Weights & Fitness lineup. Questions? Call (888) 884-2234 or contact our team.
Why Medicine Balls Belong on Every Training Floor
Medicine balls occupy a unique position in the free weights ecosystem. Unlike dumbbells and barbells — which train force production primarily along a fixed linear path — medicine balls introduce ballistic, multi-directional loading that develops athletic qualities that resistance machines and standard weight training simply cannot reproduce. The slam is the most obvious example: an overhead medicine ball slam combines hip hinge mechanics, shoulder flexion, thoracic extension, and explosive lat and tricep engagement in a single movement that also functions as a high-intensity conditioning tool. The heart rate spike from a set of all-out slams rivals sprint work, making medicine balls one of the few strength implements with meaningful crossover into cardiovascular conditioning.
Wall ball shots — the foundational medicine ball movement of CrossFit programming — add a squat-to-press pattern at speed, training triple extension in the hips, knees, and ankles while building shoulder endurance and timing. Rotational throws develop anti-rotation core strength and power that transfers directly to athletic performance in throwing, striking, and racket sports. Partner training with medicine balls adds a reaction and coordination component that no solo machine exercise can replicate. And unlike heavy barbells and kettlebells, medicine balls are accessible to beginners — the technique floor is low enough that a trainer can have a new client performing effective med ball work in their first session. That combination of high athletic transfer and low barrier to entry is why medicine balls are standard equipment on the functional training floors of health clubs, university athletic facilities, CrossFit boxes, and boutique personal training studios worldwide.
Power Systems Med Ball Tree Class Kits — Organized Storage for Class Environments
The Power Systems Med Ball Tree Class Kits ($989.00) are the most complete out-of-the-box medicine ball solution in our lineup — a storage tree and a full set of Elite Power Med Balls, sold as a single turnkey package ready to set up and train from immediately. Power Systems has been supplying commercial fitness facilities with premium equipment for decades, and the Med Ball Tree Class Kit reflects that commercial-fitness expertise in a format purpose-built for class training environments.
Single and Double Kit Configurations
The Med Ball Tree Class Kits are available in two configurations. The single kit includes a compact steel tree rack that holds up to 5 medicine balls plus one each of the 6, 8, 10, 12, and 15 lb Elite Power Med Ball Prime Gray medicine balls — covering the standard light-to-moderate weight range used in most group fitness and personal training class programming. The double kit doubles the capacity to 10 balls and includes two of each weight, making it appropriate for larger group fitness classes where multiple participants need simultaneous access to the same weight range. Both configurations use a black painted steel frame construction built for long-term durability in training environments, with molded plastic feet that protect flooring and keep the rack stable under daily handling. The rack accommodates standard medicine balls up to 11" in diameter, and the vertical orientation keeps the training floor clear while putting all weights at a visually accessible, easy-to-grab height. For studios and training rooms where space efficiency and organized equipment are priorities, the Med Ball Tree Class Kit delivers a complete, class-ready solution at a single price point.
Body-Solid GMR20 Medicine Ball Packages — Commercial Rack with Three Ball Options
Body-Solid's three GMR20 medicine ball packages share a common platform — the GMR20, Body-Solid's commercial-grade 20-ball medicine ball rack — and differ in the type of medicine balls included. That gives facility buyers a meaningful choice: select the ball type that fits your programming without compromising on rack quality. All three packages ship free.
Body-Solid GMR20-DUALPACK — Dual Grip Medicine Ball Package
The Body-Solid GMR20-DUALPACK Dual Grip Medicine Ball Package ($1,075.00) is the most accessible of the three GMR20 options — pairing the GMR20 rack with a set of dual grip medicine balls that have molded handles built into the ball shell. The handles give lifters a secure, defined grip point during exercises where a round ball is difficult to control: rotational movements like Russian twists and woodchops, overhead carries, single-arm presses, partner throwing drills, and rehabilitation exercises where wrist position matters. The handled design makes dual grip medicine balls particularly valuable in physical therapy and corrective training contexts, where maintaining a consistent grip on a round ball creates too much joint variability. For personal training studios, physical therapy environments, and functional training floors that emphasize movement quality and rotational power development, the DUALPACK is the entry point into the Body-Solid GMR20 lineup.
Body-Solid GMR20-RUBBERPACK — Heavy Rubber Medicine Ball Package
The Body-Solid GMR20-RUBBERPACK Heavy Rubber Medicine Ball Package ($1,385.00) pairs the GMR20 rack with a full set of solid rubber medicine balls — the classic commercial gym medicine ball format optimized for slams, throws, chest passes, and traditional conditioning work. Solid rubber medicine balls have a firm, consistent shell that handles high-impact floor slams without deforming or losing shape over time, making them the right choice for facilities that program med ball slams, overhead slams, and wall throws as regular conditioning movements. The rubber construction also makes them easy to clean and maintain under high-volume daily use. For health clubs, university recreation centers, and functional training studios that want a traditional medicine ball set with maximum durability and a full commercial-capacity rack, the RUBBERPACK is the straightforward choice.
Body-Solid GMR20-DYNAPACK — Dynamax Medicine Ball Package
The Body-Solid GMR20-DYNAPACK Dynamax Medicine Ball Package ($1,735.00) is the premium option in the Body-Solid lineup — pairing the GMR20 rack with Dynamax medicine balls, the industry-standard soft-shell wall ball used in CrossFit and functional fitness programming worldwide. Dynamax balls have a soft, vinyl-covered shell with a firm but forgiving core that makes them the correct format for wall ball shots: the ball compresses on the wall on impact and returns to the catcher's hands with a predictable, manageable rebound. The soft exterior is also safer than a hard rubber ball for high-rep partner training, group fitness movements, and exercises where the ball passes through multiple planes. At $1,735.00 for the full GMR20 package, the DYNAPACK represents a significant investment — but Dynamax's build quality and the commercial capacity of the GMR20 rack make it the right long-term choice for CrossFit boxes, high-performance athletic facilities, and group fitness studios that run wall ball programming at scale.
Troy Barbell Medicine Ball Sets with Racks — Progressive Weight Range Coverage
Troy Barbell's three medicine ball rack sets take a different approach from Body-Solid's package model — each set is defined primarily by its weight range, giving facility buyers the ability to select the coverage that matches their programming needs. All three include a storage rack and ship free.
Troy Barbell 4lb–15lb Medicine Ball Set w/ Rack
The Troy Barbell 4lb–15lb Medicine Ball Set w/ Rack ($1,138.50) is the light-end option — a complete set covering 4 lbs through 15 lbs with an included storage rack. This weight range is appropriate for beginner clients learning medicine ball mechanics, youth athletic training programs, rehabilitation and physical therapy environments, and facilities focused on speed and power development where lighter loads are preferable to maximize velocity. The 4–15 lb range is also ideal for upper body medicine ball work — chest passes, overhead throws, and rotational throws — where the arms alone generate force and heavier loads compromise movement quality and velocity. It's the right entry-level set for personal training studios, physical therapy clinics, and school athletic programs that want organized storage and a clean weight progression without the bulk of a heavier commercial set.
Troy Barbell 6lb–20lb Wall Ball & Medicine Ball Mix Set w/ Rack
The Troy Barbell 6lb–20lb Wall Ball & Medicine Ball Mix Set w/ Rack ($1,375.38) is the most versatile option in Troy Barbell's lineup — a mixed set that combines traditional hard-shell medicine balls and soft-shell wall balls across a 6–20 lb weight range, with included rack. The mixed format gives trainers and coaches access to both ball types within a single weight range, allowing the same training session to include wall ball shots (soft-shell), med ball slams (hard-shell), and partner work without requiring a separate set for each ball type. The 6–20 lb range covers the most-used weight range in general fitness programming — light enough for upper body work and beginners, heavy enough for challenging lower body and athletic conditioning work for most female athletes and intermediate male athletes. For group fitness studios, functional training floors, and CrossFit boxes that want programming flexibility without investing in separate medicine ball and wall ball inventories, the mix set is the most efficient choice.
Troy Barbell 8lb–50lb Wall Ball Set w/ Rack
The Troy Barbell 8lb–50lb Wall Ball Set w/ Rack ($1,882.30) is the most comprehensive option in our entire medicine ball collection — a full commercial weight range wall ball set from 8 lbs through 50 lbs with included storage rack. The upper weight limit of 50 lbs pushes well beyond the standard group fitness range and into the territory of high-performance athletic training, strength-focused conditioning circuits, and advanced functional fitness programming. Heavy wall balls (30–50 lbs) are used in partner exercises, heavy med ball cleans, heavy slam variations, and weighted carry circuits that develop posterior chain strength and conditioning simultaneously. For CrossFit boxes running competitive programming, university athletic facilities serving high-level athletes, and high-performance training centers that need a single wall ball set capable of serving every client from beginner to elite, the 8–50 lb set delivers complete coverage. At $1,882.30, it is the highest investment in our medicine ball lineup — and the most capable.
How to Choose the Right Medicine Ball Package for Your Facility
The right medicine ball configuration comes down to three questions: Who is training, what movements are they doing, and what's the budget for initial outfitting? For a personal training studio or boutique group fitness space focused on general fitness and technique development, the Power Systems Med Ball Tree Class Kit ($989.00) or the Troy Barbell 4–15lb set ($1,138.50) provides organized storage and an appropriate weight range at the most accessible price point. For general fitness facilities that program both traditional medicine ball and wall ball movements, the Troy Barbell 6–20lb mix set ($1,375.38) or the Body-Solid GMR20-RUBBERPACK ($1,385.00) offers the right balance of ball type coverage and rack capacity. CrossFit boxes and performance-focused facilities with wall ball programming as a core movement should consider the Body-Solid GMR20-DYNAPACK ($1,735.00) for Dynamax-quality wall balls, or the Troy Barbell 8–50lb wall ball set ($1,882.30) for the broadest weight coverage available. For facilities with specialized programming needs — physical therapy, rotational sports, or partner training — the Body-Solid GMR20-DUALPACK ($1,075.00) adds dual grip functionality that standard round balls cannot provide. Not sure which direction to go? Contact our team or call (888) 884-2234 — we'll help you match the right package to your floor plan and programming goals.
Shop Medicine Balls at Omaha Sports & Games
Every medicine ball package in our collection ships free with our lowest price guarantee — from the Power Systems Med Ball Tree Class Kit ($989.00) to the Troy Barbell 8lb–50lb Wall Ball Set w/ Rack ($1,882.30). Build out your complete free weights floor with our full free weights collection — including dumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells. Complete your training facility with our power racks & Smith machines, fitness machines, and cardio equipment — including treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, rowing machines, climbing machines, and rope trainers. Support your recovery with our Wellness & Recovery collection. Contact our team or call (888) 884-2234 for help selecting the right medicine ball package for your training program or facility.
