Exercise & Fitness

The Stability Ball has become a prominent part of the world again in fiscal year 1990. Despite the different types of balls have been used as rehabilitation devices for years, it was not until trainers began using in the last decade of the twentieth century, his popularity increased.

Stability balls, sometimes called a Swiss ball, come in different sizes and are made of Heavy Duty vinyl products when they are full of air can contain up to 600 A 700 lbs. Can be used by almost everyone, from novice to exercise more experienced people in the gym.

There are six benefits to be had when using a stability ball.

1. Proper body alignment – The body will use muscle groups that are not normally taxed in the training sessions with the ball. Natural motor reflexes get better as the different muscle groups are forced to work as a balance on the ball. That is the challenge raised by the ball, keep your balance during exercise. Since the balance is better alignment of body parts is greater.

2. Great Ab Workout – One of the great things about using one of these balls is the ability to target the abdominal muscles. Maintaining the balance in the exercise of the forces of stability ball the abdominal and back muscles to work overtime because these muscle groups tie the set upper and Lower Body. Without strong core muscles "Equilibrium is much more difficult.

3. Stronger muscles and Resistance – Because the ball helps to target almost all muscle groups helps build strength, tone muscles and improve overall strength. It also helps strengthen the back to relieve some forms of Back Pain and helps all over flexibility.

4. Core Strength – The core muscles are the back and all the abdominals. These are the muscles that support and stabilize the body during all movements. Using the ball all these muscles work in the full range of motion, ensuring a strong core.

5. Stretching – The Ball allows a series of stretching movements that are not normally possible.

6. Weight Loss – As with any exercise routine using a stability ball increase metabolism to help burn excess Body Fat. This ability to Burn Fat is further enhanced by built lean muscle mass during exercise.

The stability ball is one of the best ways to strengthen the abdominals and Lower Back, while improving functional strength, balance and body flexibility.

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Total-Body Sculpt on Stability Ball $4.95 You’ll need a large ball for this once-a-week workout that sculpts all major muscle groups in one efficient shape-up….

JFit 45cm Stability Exercise Ball with Pump (Red) $20.95 With the JFit Stability Ball, you can specifically target your abs, back and glutes. Strengthen and tone your entire body by working your muscles in a completely new way with constant resistance from every direction. The stability ball is great for people of all ages, and all fitness levels. This product comes with a pump and an exercise guide.

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Strength in the Balance (A Stability Ball and Chi Ball Workout) (DVD) $44.73 Stability balls are versatile training tools for developing functional strength and endurance. Chi balls are small, soft, and heavy—perfect for resistance exercise. Strength in the Balance (A Stability Ball and Chi Ball Workout) brings them together for an amazingly effective workout that challenges the body with weighted resistance and asymmetric instability. Easy-to-follow sequencing, logically organized according to body position on the stability ball, is explained and demonstrated. The DVD reviews some traditional exercises in a new light and details some non-traditional ways to get great results. Each of the essential exercises is demonstrated with progressive variations for multiple skill levels. Among the topics covered: correct form and alignment on the stability ball, dynamic exercise progression and synergistic use of equipment, use of the chi ball for relaxation and self-massage, and exercise sequencing for seamless transitions. Produced in cooperation with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

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Stability Ball Training: A Guide for Fitness Professionals from the American Council on Exercise (Book) by Christine Cunningham and Mike Morris $14.95 A well-written and easy-to-use resource for incorporating stability balls into exercise programs. Begins with a brief history and explanation of the benefits of stability ball use, then offers expert advice on development of training programs for the general population, as well as special populations, including: pregnant women; children; older adults; overweight and obese individuals; exercisers with diabetes, hypertension, or coronary heart disease; and post-rehab patients. Includes information on proper techniques and progression, injury prevention, contraindicated exercises, flexibility, and much, much more. Contains over 100 photographs and illustrations. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise.2002, 80 minutes.

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Off-Center Ball Training (DVD) $44.73 Off-Center Ball Training details how to take core training with stability balls to the next level. The DVD introduces new concepts in stability-ball training that will help participants get more from their core workouts and provide them with endless options for new exercises by moving their center of gravity off-center from the ball. The DVD explains why these exercises provide maximum benefit from a low volume of training, leading to more efficient workout times for everyone involved. Among the topics covered: lecture, off-center stability-ball exercises, and practical application. Produced in cooperation with the IDEA Health & Fitness Association.

PUMA Esito XL Ball $14.99 PUMA Esito XL Ball. Training ball.COVER: 32 panels of machine-stitched PU designed to be perfectly round. Multi-layer backing for enhanced stability and flight.BLADDER: Four-wing carbon latex with PUMA Air Lock valve. Imported.

Get on the Small Ball (DVD) $44.73 Get on the Small Ball presents an overview of a practical, hands-on workshop that reviews basics of working with small stability balls and features innovative exercises designed to improve balance, core stability, and muscle conditioning. The DVD features cutting-edge fitness programming that involves an innovative repertoire of new exercise for the entire body. Among the topics covered: warm-up, V-sits, back-on-the-floor, side-flexion work, extensions, and myofascial release. Produced in cooperation with IDEA Health & Fitness Association.

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