A weight sandbag is a versatile fitness tool designed to enhance strength, endurance, and functional movement. Typically made from durable materials like heavy-duty nylon or canvas, it is filled with sand or other weighted substances, which can shift during exercises, creating an unstable load. This instability engages stabilizing muscles, improving core strength, balance, and overall coordination.
Weight sandbags often feature multiple handles or grips, allowing for a wide range of exercises such as squats, deadlifts, lunges, presses, and carries. They come in various sizes and adjustable weights to suit different fitness levels and training goals. Due to their portability and adaptability, weight sandbags are popular in home gyms, CrossFit, and functional training programs.