Sandbags

Sandbags from cross equip take functional fitness training to a new level. The unstable filling material challenges your strength, grip strength, and coordination during cleans, squats, and carries. As Switzerland's largest professional assortment, we offer you robust, durable models for your home gym.

Sandbag Training with Robust Models

For your strength training, you need equipment that can withstand heavy loads. Our sandbags are made of high-strength nylon and Cordura, feature multiple carrying handles, and have circumferential straps for versatile exercises. Whether it's presses, squats, or lunges – the movable filling material increases instability and effectively trains your functional strength.

You fill the appropriate filling material, such as recycled rubber granulate or washed sand, separately and gradually increase the weights. From entry-level models to high-end Strongman sandbags, you'll find the right training equipment for strength and endurance at cross equip.

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Which sandbag weight to choose?

The right weight depends on your training goal and experience level. For beginners, sandbags up to approximately 20 kg are suitable for learning proper technique for cleans and carries. Advanced users opt for models starting at 30 kg for explosive strength training.

The advantage of cross equip: You can flexibly fill your sandbags with washed sand (grain size up to 4 mm) or recycled rubber granulate. This way, you can gradually increase the weight as your strength and grip strength improve. A sandbag thus grows with your progress.

Are you unsure which model suits your home gym? Take advantage of our personal consultation – we'll help you choose the right sandbag and filling material for your functional training.

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Your versatile partner for functional training

A sandbag is more than just a weight – it's your daily training partner for real challenges. No two workouts are the same, because the shifting filling material constantly challenges your muscles in new ways. It's precisely this instability that makes cleans, squats, and carries so effective for functional strength and explosiveness. In addition to the sandbag, you can purposefully enhance your training withdumbbells and weights.

At cross equip, you'll find well-designed models, from robust sandbags to Strongman sandbags. Thanks to high-strength nylon and multiple handles, your training equipment remains durable and reliable even during intensive sessions. As Switzerland's largest professional assortment, we know the needs of ambitious athletes precisely.

Browse our range now and find your perfect sandbag. For questions about models or filling material, our team will advise you personally – with fast shipping directly to your home gym.

Frequent questions about sandbag

What is a sandbag?

A sandbag is a robust training bag filled with sand or rubber granules. The shifting filler creates instability, challenging your muscles, grip strength, and coordination more intensely than rigid weights in every exercise. It is ideal for functional strength training.

What exercises can I do with a sandbag?

Training with a sandbag works your entire body. The most effective exercises include:

  • Cleans:for explosiveness and functional strength
  • Squats:for legs and core
  • Carries:for grip strength and stability
  • Presses and Lunges:for shoulder and leg muscles

The unstable filling material challenges your muscles with every repetition.

What are the benefits of sandbag training?

Sandbag training simultaneously improves functional strength, grip strength, and coordination. The shifting filling material creates instability, which engages stabilizing muscles more than dumbbells do. This way, you train strength and endurance in a practical and versatile manner – ideal for your home gym.

What weight should I choose for the sandbag?

The right weight depends on your training goals and experience. Beginners start with sandbags up to around 20 kg to learn the technique properly. Advanced users opt for models starting at 30 kg. At cross equip, you can fill your sandbags flexibly and increase the weight gradually.

Who is Sandbag Training suitable for?

Sandbag training is suitable for all fitness levels – from beginners in a home gym to ambitious athletes. Because you can adjust the weight flexibly, the sandbag grows with your progress. It is indispensable, especially in functional fitness, HYROX trainingand the Strongman area.

How do I fill a sandbag without the sand leaking out?

Use washed sand with a fine grain up to 4 mm and fill it into a separate inner bag. Close this securely and place it in the sandbag. Alternatively, you can use recycled rubber granulate, which does not trickle and keeps your training equipment clean.

What types of sandbags are there?

At cross equip, you'll find various models for different requirements:

  • Sandbag:versatile for beginners
  • Competition Sandbag:for competition standards
  • Strongman Sandbag:for heavy loads in the premium segment
  • Husafell Bags and Worm:for special Strongman disciplines

What should I look for when buying a sandbag?

Pay attention to robust material, stable handles, and flexible filling. Our sandbags are made of high-strength nylon and Cordura, feature multiple carrying handles, and wraparound straps. This ensures your training equipment remains durable even during intensive sessions. In addition to sandbags, you'll also find Wall Balls and Slam Ballsfor your functional training. If you have any questions, our team will be happy to advise you personally.