What are stability balls?
Balance balls, also called exercise balls, Swiss balls, Pilates balls, stability balls, etc., are large, inflatable balls that have many uses as exercise equipment. Overweight? Dont worry exercise balls are sturdy, able to hold up to 700 pounds though comfortable & supportive for most body types. Who developed exercise balls? Exercise balls were developed by rehabilitation specialists like physical & orthopedic therapists. They found that the benefits of exercise on an unstable, yet supportive, had effects not possible with typical exercise equipment. Exercise balls were especially suited for patients with neurological or orthopedic disorders. They are also widely used by osteopaths, chiropractors & other professionals to treat physical injuries. Effects on the injured & impaired of exercising on stability balls was noted & the idea of balance ball exercises was transferred to non-injured exercise enthusiasts to work on certain goals & help prevent injuries.
