Question about what weight medicine ball to order

[princessbear]

I'm going to order the weighted vest and med ball/kettlebell from walmart.com - I primarily want the medicine ball to do the 3rd segment of CoreMax and I know they use an 8 lb ball. Having never used a med ball before, I'm not sure if I should order 8 or 6 lb? I figure even if I tire out with the 8 lb, it is something to "grow into" but would love your experience.

Also - has anyone else ordered Cathe's medicine balls? What do you think of it?

Thanks!

 

[fit_fairy]

I have both I love the Cathe medball. They are not functional as a kettlebell, but the handle is nice to hold on to when you are all sweaty and can not grip the ball LOL!!

I would just get the 8 pounder and work up to it- save yourself a little $$

 

[princessbear]

Thanks Catherine!

 

[kathryn]

I would just get the 8 pounder and work up to it- save yourself a little $$

I agree.
You can always make it feel 'lighter' by shortening your lever (holding the ball closer to you), then as you progress, lengthen your lever (hold it farther away).

(I also agree the med ball/'kettlebell' is NOT functional as a kettlebell.)