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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Recent Examples on the Web But resistance bands do offer some advantages over traditional free weights. Christa Sgobba, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024 The gym includes Peloton bikes, a punching bag, free weights, and treadmills. Robin Allison Davis, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2024 Moreover, training with free weights appears to be more effective in boosting T levels than exercise machines. James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, Md, Verywell Health, 3 Sep. 2024 The gym has free weights, barbells, benches, and cardio equipment. Mazuba Kapambwe, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2024 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 31 Oct. 2024.

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