Benefits of Yoga Pilates Ball Exercises
Fitness balls or Swiss balls, commonly used for exercising today, are big rubbery balls ranging from 55cm to about 75 cm. These balls are available in different colors and materials and are extensively used in all kinds of fitness programs - especially Pilates.
An exercise ball workout is considered very beneficial and can be used in yoga, Pilates, and any other physical therapy of your choice. Since the exercise balls are extensively used in Pilates, it is a common belief that Joseph Pilates actually invented them. However, that is not true. In fact, they are not even considered in the traditional equipment that is used by the proponents of Pilates.
The reason why exercise balls have become such a huge hit is because the shape of the ball makes it very difficult to maintain balance, therefore requiring the person to use extra effort in order to maintain that balance. There are many core strength ball exercises because for all balance ball workouts, it is important to develop and use core strength. Almost all the exercises that you do with an exercise ball require you to utilize your core strength. The stabilizer muscles are put to good use.
You will realize that while doing pilates ball exercises, thighs, legs or hips, whatever portion of your body rests on the ball, the rest of the body has to use its strength in order to keep the ball from tipping. This allows you to gain balance and to increase stamina. Even when the rest of the body is stable and is resting, these ball exercises can present quite a challenge.
Abdominal ball exercises are especially popular with those who are looking to develop abdominal muscles and increase stamina. The best way to use a ball for any routine is to keep increasing the level of difficulty by adding balance challenges. The muscles of the core can be utilized to maintain the balance, once it is achieved. In fact, a lot of people use exercise balls for sitting because it helps keep both the spin and the muscles in the abdominal area active.
Exercise balls are also used in many other therapeutic settings, especially when an instructor or a therapist may want to give neuromuscular feedback to the practitioner or a patient. If you drape yourself over an exercise ball, it makes for a great way to stretch the entire body. In fact, when you are idle, try squeezing the ball with your body. This makes for an excellent light resistance exercise.
Some References: STUDIO 1Pilates n Movement, LLC - The Pilates Studio for all movement needs. Also offering Reiki Healing, Teacher Training, CranioSacral Therapy, Relaxation Getaways.
An exercise ball workout is considered very beneficial and can be used in yoga, Pilates, and any other physical therapy of your choice. Since the exercise balls are extensively used in Pilates, it is a common belief that Joseph Pilates actually invented them. However, that is not true. In fact, they are not even considered in the traditional equipment that is used by the proponents of Pilates.
The reason why exercise balls have become such a huge hit is because the shape of the ball makes it very difficult to maintain balance, therefore requiring the person to use extra effort in order to maintain that balance. There are many core strength ball exercises because for all balance ball workouts, it is important to develop and use core strength. Almost all the exercises that you do with an exercise ball require you to utilize your core strength. The stabilizer muscles are put to good use.
You will realize that while doing pilates ball exercises, thighs, legs or hips, whatever portion of your body rests on the ball, the rest of the body has to use its strength in order to keep the ball from tipping. This allows you to gain balance and to increase stamina. Even when the rest of the body is stable and is resting, these ball exercises can present quite a challenge.
Abdominal ball exercises are especially popular with those who are looking to develop abdominal muscles and increase stamina. The best way to use a ball for any routine is to keep increasing the level of difficulty by adding balance challenges. The muscles of the core can be utilized to maintain the balance, once it is achieved. In fact, a lot of people use exercise balls for sitting because it helps keep both the spin and the muscles in the abdominal area active.
Exercise balls are also used in many other therapeutic settings, especially when an instructor or a therapist may want to give neuromuscular feedback to the practitioner or a patient. If you drape yourself over an exercise ball, it makes for a great way to stretch the entire body. In fact, when you are idle, try squeezing the ball with your body. This makes for an excellent light resistance exercise.
Some References: STUDIO 1Pilates n Movement, LLC - The Pilates Studio for all movement needs. Also offering Reiki Healing, Teacher Training, CranioSacral Therapy, Relaxation Getaways.