Balance Ball Bosu Charts - Stability Swiss Ball Exercise Wall Chart

One of the most popular fitness tools. In fact, no health or gym would be found without this tool. Simple and yet funny and fun looking all at the same time. What is this great fitness tool? The inflatable balance ball.

This simple fitness is also great tool for home use. The question become, how to best use this multifunctional fitness tool. A chart with various exercises is just what you need to get you started. Or perhaps you need the chart to add spice to your exercise routine. Whatever the reason, you have the right spot. We will review various wall charts - some in black and white, many in color, and one even (if you stay with us through the end) that zeros in on the back while providing the specific exercises.

The inflatable and comfortable ball sometimes called the fitness ball, sometimes called the Swiss Ball, sometimes called the stability ball and I have even seen it referred to as the yoga ball! Whatever the name, it is great tool - a must for the health club and for many a must for home. And yes, some are even taking it to the office too!

A simple concept yet we need guidance on how to best use this tool. Let's not get caught in a rut and do only certain exercises, let's review the options and check out the many versatile and helpful wall charts.

The stability ball is perfectly suited for all ages, was originally started in physical therapy and now elite athletes the world over count on this great fitness tool.

Proper Size of Your Balance Ball

GENERAL GUIDELINES:

Your Height Ball Size (max. height/diameter)

less than 5' 0" 45 cm (18 in.)

5' 0" to 5' 6" 55 cm (22 in.)

5' 7"- 6' 1" 65 cm (26 in.)

6' 2" - 6' 8" 75 cm (30 in.)

6' 9" and up 85 cm (34 in.)

source: http://www.chiisland.com/weight_loss/exercise_ball.shtml

The stability ball's popularity stems from its ability to provide functional conditioning. All of the balls today are latex free and burst resistant. The only item we need to know beforehand is the proper sizing.

Once you get this great tool home or in the gym, be sure to have a wall chart to help guide you through the exercises.

What To Look for in Your Wall Chart

Color and functionality sometimes are married artfully together - but not always. Before you begin, choose your fitness tool - is your preference for the balance ball or the Bosu. Make sure you match your chart to your tool. Often the exercises are interchangeable but having the correct chart will be very important in providing you the proper guidance.

Look for a chart that first inspires you. Second look for a wall chart that details the muscle activation. Your third item is clarity, do you understand the movement? This is the real test.

Best Exercise Guide

While wall charts are helpful, the very best guide remains the expertise of a personal trainer. They know what works and doesn't work but more importantly, they can cue you on proper form. Proper form will ensure that you prevent injuries and correctly target your muscles.

INFLATABLE BALL EXERCISES - LEVEL 2 CHART

Inflatable Ball Exercises - Level 2 Chart

Level 2 requires a combination of  balance and strength to keep the spine in good neutral alignment. The major muscle groups working in each exercise are identified together with important information on how to adopt the correct start position before doing the exercise. It provides the user with a range of exercises that strengthen the core group of muscles as well as involving other muscles to maintain good body balance.

The BOSU® Wall chart is the perfect aid to your BOSU® balance training workout. With large high quality images and a training tips that demonstrate the correct way to do each exercise.
High quality laminate is also available to protect your chart for years to come.

MEDIBALL WALLCHART

The soft exercise ball has the ability to create hard muscles - if you know the right movements and how to properly engage your muscles. The exercise ball is known under many names including Stability, Balance, or swiss ball.

Body balls are fabulous fitness tools. With a body ball and a little instruction or a poster, you can build a full body workout, an entire workout routine with this just one exercise tool.

Body balls offer it all - flexibility, balance, strength and cardio workouts.

Work your abs and lower back and train for strength and balance using the 15 ball exercises featured on this poster. All exercises are clearly explained with step-by-step instructions and descriptive photos. Laminated; 24” x 36”. Please contact us if you would like paper version.

1.5m x 0.9m (5.4ft x 3.0ft).
30 popular exercises; 15 Flexibility & 15 Resistance Exercises.
Incorporates high quality graphics.
Concisely and clearly describes how to perform each exercise safely and correctly. 
A staple fixture for every fitness club and rehabilitation center
Double sided laminated– for guaranteed durability

Once you have your fitness tool and your chart, you are ready to get started. Start slow and be consistent. Set an appointment for yourself to go to the gym, go to your home gym certain regular times of the week. Schedule your workout as if it were a doctor's appointment. And honor that commitment to your body and to the health of your body.

Start with low repetitions and a handful of exercise and build - challenge yourself. If you hit a plateau, hire a personal trainer. The dollars are well worth taking your exercise program to the next level.

Partner with a friend or spouse or child. One of clients exercises with her grand daughter! Tell others about your fitness goals, share and you will commit yourself to living better and living stronger.

The wall chart is your companion in this journey to meet and exceed your fitness goals. Get started today!

In Appreciation

Photos courtesy of

fitness-living.com with Denise Austin in the photo perhaps?

self.com

thatsfit.com

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FTC Disclosure: The author is a certified personal trainer and the inventor of the EZ Swimmer - the ultimate resistance tool for the swimming pool.

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