Boot Camp

[mmis29]

Do I *really* need a medicine ball to do boot camp? How much is it used during the workout? Can I substitutue a dumbbell for all of the routines that use it?

Thanks

 

[Mar]

Hi Marianne- I don't have a medicine ball. I believe it's only used for the chest press and Lorrayne shows a modification which I do. Also, I think it's in the ab section and I use a dumbbell.

Mar

 

[Shelbygirl]

Hi Mar.

Boot Camp works just fine without a medicine ball. I used BC for a year before purchasing a medicine ball. I did end up buying one, however, because I acquired other videos that used it too, and it is kind of fun to use, but it's certainly not a necessity.

Shelbygirl

 

[scm]

You can substitute a dumbbell in Boot Camp. However, Cathe's upcoming Core Max DVD we will be using a medicine ball in one of the workouts. So, if you purchased that DVD, you may want to get a medicine ball.
Susan C.M.

 

[mmis29]

GREAT! Thanks for the info!

 

[skoobie]

medicine ball

Another piece of equipment that I knew I'd have to buy!!! Which weight does Cathe use in Boot Camp (as that DVD should currently be in transit to my house)? And/or... what weight ball do you guys recommend?
Thanks!

 

[dsa3]

RE: medicine ball

I have a medicine ball and used a dumbell when doing bootcamp. I think the ball is 8 pounds and Lorraine uses an 8 pound dumbell. I felt more comfortable with the dumbell because it was easier to hold.

 

[fab40]

I really like the medicine ball. I used a dumbbell for awhile, but when you do the reverse cruches the dumbbell between the knees felt unstable and I was afraid of it falling on my chest or face. I use my med ball pretty often. Mine is 10 lbs. I couldn't find and 8 lb. My DH found an off brand one at TJ Maxx, for a great price and it even has velcro straps. Have never seen that anywhere else.