What is a SLOG?
The weighted SLOG (Strength Training LOG) is shaped like a pill or log and wrapped in a soft PVC shell. It’s one of the safest and most versatile odd-object training tools on the market. It can be lifted, flipped, thrown, carried, struck and dragged. It’s even robust enough to be jumped on and slammed.
How does it compare to the Dynamax medicine ball?
Like the medicine ball, the SLOG is a balanced, weighted training tool. The only real difference is that it’s an odd object that offers a lot more versatility in terms of the types of exercises you can do. Plus, it’s more robust—it can sustain slamming, which the soft-shell medicine ball is not suitable for.
The medicine ball is built for explosiveness and athleticism, whereas the SLOG is more of a strength training tool. The SLOG is a great way to complement the functional power and speed training of the medicine ball.
How does it compare to the sandbag?
When comparing the SLOG to the sandbag, the weight is more balanced and doesn’t shift as you move. Sandbags are not the most comfortable to use, and the soft, PVC outer shell of the SLOG is definitely a welcome upgrade. With the SLOG, you won’t have to worry about the inconvenience of leaking sand or inaccurate weight, and it offers more versatility! Much more.
What are the benefits of using SLOG for group training?
Discover some of the key benefits of incorporating the SLOG into your group training exercises.
- Coaches can enjoy unlimited exercises with this dynamic training tool.
- With a soft PVC shell, it won’t damage property and is safe to use.
- It’s fun and can be gamified.
- You can train in any condition, indoors or outdoors, and it can be exposed to moisture.
- Suitable for children and professional athletes, it’s highly versatile and offers a wide range of exercises.
- As an all-in-one training tool, it’s affordable.
- For younger users, the SLOG Mini helps to teach proper lifting techniques when performing exercises like squats and deadlifts.
- It’s also a safe way to introduce weight lifting to novices. We recommend using the bear hug squat to practice the squat motion before transitioning to the barbell.
- With the ability to take the SLOG outdoors, you can benefit from unlimited space.
- It’s also highly portable, so setting up for your session will be much easier than carrying a bench, for instance.
- It’s relatively compact design also frees up space in your training facility.
What exercises should you include?
A wonderfully versatile training tool, the SLOG can be used as a bench, barbell, or balance trainer.
We recommend incorporating the SLOG into all three training stages, including stability, strength, and power. You can set up stations, and athletes can rotate between them to get a well-rounded training session.
Stage 1: Stability and agility
Start with groundwork, which includes footwork to enhance agility, balance, core, and coordination. We’ve hand-picked some drills that are perfect for this.
SLOG See-Saw lunge
SLOG Lateral Shuffle Pass to Squat
SLOG Surfer Hops
SLOG BirdDog (Ideal for training the core muscles)
Stage 2: Strength
Strength and hypertrophy training improves joint function and bone density, as well as strengthening muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Help your fitness trainees and athletes build overall and functional strength with these SLOG exercises.
Bulgarian Split Squat
Push-Ups
SLOG Bear Hug Squat
SLOG Dumbbell 1 Arm Row
Stage 3: Power
And last, but not least, power exercises are a great way to activate your fast-twitch metabolic muscle fiber to become more powerful and explosive with your moves.
SLOG Forearm Strikes
SLOG Flips
SLOG Clean to Shoulder
SLOG Burpee “Slurpee”
Have we convinced you to make the switch?
Order your SLOG from Dynamax today. We know you won’t go back to sandbags or balance boards again. Don’t forget to tag us in your social posts and share pictures of your group training sessions.
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