24 Most Effective Stability Ball Exercises To Enhance Your Body Shape - Life Hack Fitness

Perhaps one of the most underrated equipment in the gym, one that is often overlooked and left unused, is none other than the good old fitness ball or most commonly known as stability ball. This ball comes in different diameters, shapes, and materials. Don’t be fooled by its colorful and bouncy appearance, trust me when I say, it’s one of the most useful tool you can use to exercise your core, upper and lower body. Not convinced? Studies show that core exercises done on a stability ball doubles the muscle activity compared to the typical crunches or sit-up. Stability ball is the perfect tool to strengthen your core muscles including your abs, lower back, and pelvic muscles. When choosing the right diameter, sit on the ball, and your knees should be at a right angle with your feet flat on the floor. One important thing to remember when exercising on a ball is to keep your breathing in pattern and focusing on tightening the muscles you’re targeting.You can do several exercises on your stability ball. To help you start out with your new bouncy buddy, here’s an infographic guide from Gym and Fitness, one of the largest retail stores of treadmills, multi-gym equipment, and gym flooring based in Australia. The guide is divided into three parts: core, upper body, and lower body. Enjoy!

Jane is a health, fitness & nutrition enthusiast / blogger at The GAF Way. She is a nurse by profession and a writer by passion, who loves reading and writing about anything health and fitness related. She has a soft spot for macadamia chocolate and green tea.

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