I believe some people still know about the fitness ball. The fitness ball is a piece of equipment with many uses. At the same time, the fitness ball is also very particular. However, some people don’t know what the fitness ball is. Of course, some people still know. So, what is an exercise ball? How to practice with fitness ball? Let’s take a look at the fitness balls together!
What is an exercise ball
Fitness ball sports first originated in Switzerland. It was originally used as a rehabilitation medical device to help those with damaged motor nerves restore balance and movement ability. As it plays a role in coordinating and rehabilitating waist, back, neck, hip and knee functions, it has gradually been extended and promoted as a popular health exercise, and spread to the United States, Europe, Australia and other parts of the world. It is widely popular and lasting. decline. It is also the first choice product for pregnant women’s activities. It was quite hard for Sammi Cheng to put on and take off her "fat coat" every day in the movie "Skinny Man and Girl". There were also many scenes where she, a 260-pound fat girl, had to perform hell under the supervision of the male lead "Fat Boy" Andy Lau. In the movie, Sammi uses many tricks to lose weight, including playing with a fitness ball to lose weight. It can be seen that fitness balls have been accepted by young men and women who love sports. The training ball also produces a very interesting and beautiful sport, which is fitness ball exercise.
How to practice with a fitness ball
1. Pelvic tilt
Sit on an exercise ball with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Extend your arms in front of your chest, at shoulder height. Exhale, curl your tailbone back, tighten your abdominal muscles, and bring your navel closer to your spine; while inhaling, relax your pelvis and return to its original position. Repeat this action 12 times.
2. Abdominal curling exercises
Sit on an exercise ball with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. While gradually moving your feet forward, move your torso back toward the fitness ball until your lower back is completely pressed on the fitness ball, and cross your arms on your chest. Exhale, lift the upper part of the torso upward, tighten the navel inward, and contract the abdominal muscles. Lift your chin so that the distance between your chin and neck is just enough to hold an orange. Inhale and return to the starting position until your body is fully resting on the exercise ball. Repeat this action 12 times.
3. Get up from the opposite side
Lie on your back, bend your knees, and place your heels on the fitness ball. Interlace the fingers of both hands behind your head, and open your elbow joints toward the outside. While exhaling, lift your left shoulderStand up and bring your left elbow closer to your right knee, that is, do side sit-ups. At this time, the fitness ball will move involuntarily, and you have to use the strength of your leg muscles to control it. Change the direction and do the same action until 12 times.
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