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Exercise Ball Abdominal Exercises
by Gigi Panagakos
http://www.exercise-equipment-4u.net/

The exercise ball is inflatable, mostly vinyl or plastic
with many different sizes and varying degrees of
inflation. It can be used as a support for abdominal
exercises and flexibility training. A small air pump is
needed to inflate the exercise ball, usually one can be
purchased with it. The inflation pressure is important
because it is directly related to intensity levels. The
firmer it is, the more difficult the exercise. Core
strength is targeted when performing Swiss ball abdominal
exercises, providing an alternative element called
instability. Greater flexibility and range of motion of
the spine is also a key focus.

The instability of the exercise ball activates core
strength, by forcing a person to stay balanced on the ball
while performing abdominal exercises and back exercises. A
strong core enhances posture, balance, flexibility and
overall healthy living. Instability makes a person aware
of the trunk area while trying to balance, (so as not to
fall off) this awareness will better educate them on how
to utilize even the smaller muscles that don't get used
often. There are hundreds of different exercises for a
Swiss ball. One can work their entire body, along with
some cardio to achieve an ideal body weight.

Using an exercise ball for abdominal exercises is a fun
alternative to the basic floor sit up or crunch,
increasing strength and flexibility.

A factor for choosing an exercise ball, is its durability
and ability to maintain its shape under pressure. Test
this by softly bouncing while sitting on the ball. Another
factor is size, the correct size of the Swiss ball is
measured by ones height. Try this by sitting on it, if
your knees and pelvis are at a comfortable 90 degree
angle, then it is the right size. The price can be
anywhere from $10 to $200 depending on what it comes with.
Some great abdominal exercises and back exercises for core
strength are; spine rotation, mobility and flexibility
techniques and pelvic isolation. To lose weight in your
trunk area can be a cinch with this easy to use, fun
accessory to enhance healthy living.

Gigi Panagakos
Exercise-equipment-4u.net
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