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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This includes using free weights, weight machines or resistance bands.
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New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2025
To increase the difficulty: Grab some free weights and hold one in each hand.
—Alyssa Ages, Outside Online, 28 Feb. 2025
The hidden library lounge and 1,500-square-foot fitness center with strength machines, free weights and more.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 28 Feb. 2025
The gym is a dynamic space where everyone deserves a fair opportunity to access machines and free weights.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
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New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2025
To increase the difficulty: Grab some free weights and hold one in each hand.
—Alyssa Ages, Outside Online, 28 Feb. 2025
The hidden library lounge and 1,500-square-foot fitness center with strength machines, free weights and more.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 28 Feb. 2025
The gym is a dynamic space where everyone deserves a fair opportunity to access machines and free weights.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
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 12 Mar. 2025.
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