Pilates Ball

It has been proven that time and time again one of the best instruments to use when doing exercise is the Pilates ball. There have been many different fads and gimmicks when it comes down to exercise but most of these have come and gone. The only one that has really been here to stay is the Pilates ball, which physiotherapists have used continuously.

The Pilates ball can be used for a wide variety of exercises and they come in a wide range of sizes so that anyone can buy one and use it. When making your Pilates ball selection make sure that it is the right size for you. There is a an easy way to see if the ball is the right size, all you have to do is sit on it and see if your waist is level with your knees.

Exercise balls are great for balance and also for tensing your muscles when using the ball. The real secret to exercise balls is they mix up the muscles by working a different way each time causes them to strengthen. So if you combine this with other exercises you will be working your muscles at the double the intensity than you would just exercise normally.

The Pilates ball does not only have to be used when practicing Pilates or yoga, you can combine it with any other exercise or stretching routine you feel comfortable doing. For Pilates and yoga this ball is great for stretching on the ball to firm up your muscles. There are a number of exercises designed just for the ball.

Using this ball for weight training and abdominal training is something that is very common in gymnasiums and for people who want to maximize the effect of any exercise they do. Because you have to balance yourself on the ball it makes your movements a lot more difficult and therefore forces your muscles to tense up even more and relax as you gain stability.

Although it might sound strange, sitting or playing around with your ball is also a form of exercise. This type of exercise can help you increase your balance and strengthen up your legs, buttocks and abdominal muscles. Simple exercises like sitting on your ball while watching television and moving your body in circles is also a good and relaxing exercise.

There are a lot of videos available for you to buy online that offer specific exercises for you to do on your ball. These exercises can range from simple day to day exercises to start off with to expert exercises that can be done weekly as to not pull or strain any of your muscles.

	Stott Pilates Pilates on the Stability Ball DVD (Set of 2) List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $16.23
	These routines will engage deep abdominal muscles as your body works to rebalance itself. Improve muscular control, strength and flexibility. Titles include: Dynamic Balance and 3-D Balance.

	FitBALL OverBall 9" Pilates Resistance Ball List Price: $10.95 Sale Price: $13.99
	Leslie Bender, International Pilates Educator, has created two challenging Pilates workouts using a 9" Overball for resistance. Sellers choice of color.The FitBALL OverBall is the premier mini-ball, made by the creators of the Gymnic® Therapy Ball...