Sometimes in life we make things very complicated and this is also true when it come to exercise. These days we want fancy gyms and machinery but actually by keeping things more simple we are likely to get better results in getting and maintaining fitness.
There are different ways of staying fit. You can play your favorite sport, lift weights or join a class. For those who cannot engage in high impact workouts, you can ask someone at the gym if they offer fitness ball training.
The training is done using a large air filled rubber or plastic ball. It is considered to be an essential device in exercises as its unstable surface forces the muscles in the body to work together in order to achieve stability. When this happens, the person is able to improve in balance, coordination and strength.
Just like free weights, the ball helps develop your core muscles. When we say core muscles, we are referring to the abdominal muscles, the back extensor muscles and your hip muscles. These muscles need to be worked on in order to support your lower back. Studies show that this prevents lower back pain.
The beauty of the training is the fact that whenever you overload a particular muscle group, the others act as stabilizers to facilitate the joint actions of the particular prime movement. The chances of injuries are much lesser compared to free weights and once you get used to it, you will never lay on the floor to perform any exercise again.
The trick to getting a good workout is the amount of air in the ball. The softer it is, the easier it will be for you to do the exercise. The harder it is, the more challenging it will be.
The balls used in the training come in different sizes. If you are below 5 feet, you should use one that measures 45cm. If you are 6 feet tall and above then you must use the ball that measures 65cm. For the rest, it is alright to use the ball the measures 55cm.
Most gyms already have this ready for you to use. For those that want to do fitness ball training at home, you can buy this at the sporting goods store or shops like Argos etc in the