The Top 5 Reasons You Should Get On The Ball
(The exercise ball, that is.)
1. They are extremely versatile. Exercise balls are great for stretching, strength training, and balance training. An exercise ball can substitute for a bench press as well as it replaces a leg machine.
2. They are affordable. For about $20, you have a complete gym.
3. They are portable. Throw it in the car for a workout on the beach, or deflate it to take on your business trip.
4. It can double as your office chair. Sitting on a ball at work can increase your energy, improve your posture, and strengthen your core.
5. They are great for working abs. If you're a sucker for those ab-gadget infomercials, you'll love the exercise ball. There are many, many fun ways to work your abs with the ball. You can even "play" catch while working your abs: sit semi-reclined on the ball (with your mid back resting on the ball) and have a friend throw a ball to you. Catch it and flex your abs as you use your core to throw it back. Repeat, and enjoy.
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