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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There’s also a gym with Peloton bikes, rowing machines, free weights, as well as a separate yoga and Pilates studio with a reformer.
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Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2025
However, adding a form of resistance, like free weights, will help build muscle, which burns more calories from fat.2
Building muscle also boosts metabolism, a chemical process that converts food to energy in the body.
—Laura Schober, Health, 13 May 2025
For those who like to keep fit, there's a fitness center with Technogym equipment, free weights, Power Plate machines, a Kinesis wall, and a Pilates corner.
—Nicole Brewer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
Top-of-the-line fitness equipment from cardio machines to free weights and on-site trainers will keep you prepped for another feast.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2025
However, adding a form of resistance, like free weights, will help build muscle, which burns more calories from fat.2
Building muscle also boosts metabolism, a chemical process that converts food to energy in the body.
—Laura Schober, Health, 13 May 2025
For those who like to keep fit, there's a fitness center with Technogym equipment, free weights, Power Plate machines, a Kinesis wall, and a Pilates corner.
—Nicole Brewer, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025
Top-of-the-line fitness equipment from cardio machines to free weights and on-site trainers will keep you prepped for another feast.
—Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Free weights.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/free%20weights. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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