free weights

plural noun

: heavy objects that are lifted during exercising (such as dumbbells and barbells) that are not attached to a piece of equipment

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The 12-by-16-foot structure is spacious enough to fit several chaise lounges for poolside reading, a patio furniture set and a propane fire pit for summer hangouts, or even a treadmill and free weights to create your own personal home gym (without sacrificing your garage). Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026 Downstairs, the 3,300-square-foot gym is well above average for a city hotel, with cardio machines, free weights, a boxing setup, and space to stretch. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 This training strategy typically involves picking up heavier and heavier free weights to systematically increase the difficulty of an exercise. Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 24 Mar. 2026 These and other variations like ones involving free weights or resistance bands can also engage hip flexor, leg and butt muscles. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for free weights

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“Free weights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/free%20weights. Accessed 9 May. 2026.

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