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Medicine Exercise Balls

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Exercise balls are balls
constructed of elastic rubber with a diameter of around 55 to 85 cm (22 to
34 inches). It is used in physical therapy and exercise.
Exercise ball is also known by a number of different names as, Swiss ball,
gym ball, pilates ball, sports ball, fit or fitness ball, stability ball,
therapy ball, yoga exercise ball, balance ball, body ball, or birth ball,
pilates exercise ball, ab exercise ball , core exercise ball , bosu
exercise ball, hand exercise ball
It is larger and lighter than a
medicine ball. Exercise balls should be
purchased according to your body height.
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Person's Height
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Ball Size |
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5' 3" and below |
55 cm |
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5' 4" to 5' 10"
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65 cm |
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5' 11" to 6' 4" |
75 cm |
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6' 5" and above |
85 cm |
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We
should not confuse medicine ball with Swiss ball.
Swiss balls are larger and
lighter where as, medicine ball is a heavy ball, roughly the size of a
volleyball or a basketball. medicine ball weighting balls from 2 to 25
pounds.
following are the exercise ball
with a little difference,
Medicine
exercise balls- Medicine ball is also called as med ball,
or fitness ball is a heavy ball, roughly the size of a volleyball or a
basketball.
Pilates
Exercise Ball-
When
Exercise balls are used in
Pilates
it is called as Pilates
exercise ball.
Yoga
Exercise Ball-
When
Exercise balls are used in yoga it is called
as yoga ball exercise.
Some of the popular Fitness ball exercises
workouts
Benefits of Exercise Ball
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Firms and tones buttocks,
thighs, and abdominal as a result of deeper stretch.
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Strengthens lower back, chest
and arms
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Using other muscles to help
balance during exercises thus getting a better total workout
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Increases aerobic endurance
and fitness increasing the Range of Motion
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Provides balance training to
improve core stability
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Perfect for any age or fitness
level
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Improves proprioception
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Used by professional athletes
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Taking pressure off of certain
joints as the ball is soft and round
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Exercise Gym Ball are also
recommended by doctors.
Exercise balls have been
criticized by serious strength coaches because people tend to overuse
them, which can lead to injury.
Instructions for Safety
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Listen to your body and use a
little common sense while Fitness ball exercises workouts.
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When sitting on the ball,
your hips and knees should be bent at approximately 90 degrees.
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in case of pregnancy and any
medical condition, kindly consult your physician.
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be careful in early stages.
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Begin with the easiest skills
first, and read all instructions carefully before performing.
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Pay close attention to
specific guidelines for low back and pelvic positioning when noted.
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do not repeat strength
exercises more than 10 times.
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discontinue the ball
exercises workouts in case of any discomfort and consult an expert.
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