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Exercise Balls and Equipment

The exercise ball is a great tool for strengthening those hard-to-get-to muscles (such as the TVA and erector spinae), as well as improving your balance and overall coordination. See the exercises below to learn how to use your exercise ball to challenge your abs. If you've never used a ball, stick with easier exercises such as back extension, ball balance, butt lift and hip extension. Be sure to warm up with 5-10 minutes of light cardio before working out You can also challenge yourself by simply sitting on the ball while working or watching TV Back Extension Lie facedown with ball under your hips and lower torso. Lift your chest off the ball, bringing your shoulders up until your body is in a straight line.

For a person with low back pain, the exercise ball can be used for a variety of purposes, including: Find neutral spine position Learn proper posture Increase lumbar (low back) mobility Increase abdominal and back muscle strength Increase balance and stability Develop overall control and strength of the core body muscles Learn to lift properly As an introduction to exercising on the ball, it is often recommended that one simply sit on the exercise ball for 30 minutes a day and bounce lightly, continually finding and maintaining one’s balance on the ball. Slouch slightly on the exercise ball, rounding the lower and upper back Begin bouncing lightly on the exercise ball Allow the body to automatically find the straightened posture, which promote staying balanced while continuing to bounce on the exercise ball This balanced position on the exercise ball is also referred to as the center of gravity, where the upper body is balanced on a stable pelvic base. This is a very good movement to do with a spine specialist (such as a physical therapist or occupational therapist) who can provide guidance in identifying the proper position to use for lifting.