How do you feel about the article, “Kids Get on the Ball to Stay Fit and Focused”?
Stability balls are a common piece of workout equipment- whether at the gym or at home. Some people even use them in place of a chair while sitting at work, because they help with posture and core strengthening. But what about kids who are sitting in a classroom for hours each day? Surprisingly, the benefits aren’t just physical, but mental as well. Chicago-area teacher Donna Yehl did an Internet search to find creative ways to help her restless fourth-graders focus better at school. She found stories about how stability balls not only help improve the posture of students, but also sharpen their attention and improved concentration. So this school year, metal and plastic chairs were replaced by 21-inch stability balls in colors the children chose themselves. Almost immediately, she noticed the children sitting taller and focusing better during class. Although they aren’t common, using stability balls in the classroom is gaining popularity. According to Dr. John Ratey from Harvard Unive
