Thursday, August 4, 2011
Discover the Benefits of Core Training with Exercise Balls
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Sophisticated Fitness, LLC |
Core strength is one of the most important aspects of staying fit, and we at Sophisticated Fitness believe that exercise balls, such as stability balls and medicine balls, strengthen your abdominals and tighten your core quicker than many other pieces of equipment. The exercise ball challenges your balance and resistance and makes you use your internal abdominal muscles just to sit on it. The most important thing when working out with a stability ball or medicine ball is making sure that it’s the correct size. An exercise ball that’s too large prevents your feet from touching the ground, making it unstable. Whereas, a ball that’s too small compromises your position, lowering your hips below your knees. Choose a fitness ball that’s right for you to get the most efficient and effective workout.
Here are some guidelines to consider when choosing an exercise ball:
Height Ball Size
Under 4'8" 45 cm
4'8" - 5'3" 55 cm
5'4" - 5'10" 65 cm
5'11" - 6'4" 75 cm
Once you have the correct size ball, you will need to find the best place with adequate space to do your workout. You’ll need a flat surface, and the general rule is a space of 2 feet longer than your height and 2 feet wider than the width of your arms. A good core workout performed with stability balls or medicine balls will greatly strengthen your abdominals, hips, lower back, hamstrings, and glutes. Medicine balls add extra resistance for a more intense workout.
To get started with your exercise ball core strength workout visit sophisticatedfitness.com Fitness Tips page for workout ideas to get you started.
Height Ball Size
Under 4'8" 45 cm
4'8" - 5'3" 55 cm
5'4" - 5'10" 65 cm
5'11" - 6'4" 75 cm
Once you have the correct size ball, you will need to find the best place with adequate space to do your workout. You’ll need a flat surface, and the general rule is a space of 2 feet longer than your height and 2 feet wider than the width of your arms. A good core workout performed with stability balls or medicine balls will greatly strengthen your abdominals, hips, lower back, hamstrings, and glutes. Medicine balls add extra resistance for a more intense workout.
To get started with your exercise ball core strength workout visit sophisticatedfitness.com Fitness Tips page for workout ideas to get you started.
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