There are a lot of people who wish to get in shape, get a body they can flaunt and exercise a lot. This could be that they have signed up a membership for any local gym. On the other hand there are few who choose to get the home fitness equipment, so that they do not have to go out for this. They choose the equipments on the basis of their needs. The best part of getting home fitness equipments is that one can exercise as and when he/she wants.
For those who have decided to buy such equipment fitness ball can prove to one of the best equipments. If you have been exercising for a long time then you must try the fitness ball now. It would be a new know how for the better. There are many reasons why this ball is admired to such a great extent. This fitness ball, as said by the physical therapists can cure the problem of back pain.
The fitness ball measures about 55 to 85 centimeters in diameter and is made with elastic rubber for flexibility. It is used widely by physical therapists and in exercises. This fitness ball is known by many different names like gym ball, balance ball, yoga ball, Pilate’s ball, Swiss ball, therapy ball and body ball and what not.
One of the main reasons which are included in the advantages of fitness ball is that it makes the body take action as per the instability of the ball along with maintain the balance. Also, a lot of muscles are put to work at the same time. It has to be understood that when we struggle to maintain the balance with the ball all the muscles which are put to action are strengthened. The muscles which are the center of the body, muscles in the abdominal and the back muscles are the ones which are laid focus on to do all the exercises with the ball.
Interesting part is that one can never get bored with the exercises that are done with this fitness ball. The four things that are harnessed are patience, stamina, self discipline and determination. This is the best and exact form of exercise as all the muscles are toned and the results derived are superb.
Why is it so effective? The reason is its round shape. Unsteadiness is created by this shape which makes the muscles to act in order to make it secure. For example when you do crunching on the floor only the upper abs are tones whereas when crunches are done with the fitness ball along with the upper abs’ muscles the core muscles with the back and hip muscles are toned. This happens as you try to maintain the balance on the ball.
Other than you must try doing the pushups the ball, with feet on the ball at one time and then hands on the ball. Stability can be increased when you set the feet apart and more hard hitting when the feet is put closer.