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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Resistance Training Resistance training involves adding resistance to movement using free weights, weight machines, or resistance bands.3 Adding resistance during exercise increases the stress on your muscles and bones, requiring them to work harder. —Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025

Upstairs is the expansive workout floor with cardio equipment, barbells and racks, weight machines and free weights, as well as dedicated studios for barre, yoga, Pilates, and strength and conditioning group classes. —Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025

Gyms are taking notice, with some reducing their cardio equipment by 40% in some locations to make room for more free weights. —Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025

Next in line is trail hiking, with 63 million participants; treadmill running, at 56 million; free weights, also at 56 million; and jogging, at 51 million. —Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 14 Aug. 2025

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