Thursday, July 30, 2009

Health - Finding A High Quality Exercise Ball

Health - Finding A High Quality Exercise Ball

by Damyan Lagina

More and more training programs rely on all sorts of exercise ball models for individual performance. In some cases, the exercise ball has become an accessory that people purchase because it's fun and practical at the same time. However, if we search the Internet for such an item, the large offer is the big surprise. How then choose the right exercise ball? First of all, the size and the quality of the ball are incredibly important.

For instance, an anti-burst or a burst resistant exercise ball is made of plastic materials superior to the ones used for regular ball design. Then, the size of the exercise ball should match the user's height. Normally, the label of the product should indicate this specificity detail either in inches or in the metric system. Search for these indications if you purchase the exercise ball online. The Internet could also help you choose a good brand, because high quality products bring not only great features but hand pumps and posters with exercises too.

The use of the exercise ball may look a bit childish when you consider it first, but it is definitely full of inspiration and fun too. You could add some very pleasant variety to the workout routine. Another name for the exercise ball is Swiss ball, fit ball or physio ball. The importance of the usage comes from the possibility to stretch and strengthen the body even when one is in a delicate physical condition: like pregnant women, for instance. Plus, besides body strengthening, the exercise ball will also improve the balance and the core stability of the user.

Many trainers have started including the exercise ball in the fitness classes they teach, and some go as far as calling it an essential fitness equipment. The preference for such an item comes from the versatility of the ball, that neither takes too much space nor costs a fortune. The novelty and the improvement in technique is rewarding if a simple exercise ball turns a normal bicep curl or a squat into a full body exercise.

The muscles of the core are the first to get firmer when using the exercise ball as part of the workout routine. The deep pelvic, low back and abdominal muscles get tighter and better to control, and the same can be said about movement, balance and posture. Therefore, under the guidance of a specialist, people with some post-traumatic physical impairment may considerably enhance their mobility and joint flexibility.

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