The humble exercise ball doesn\u2019t look half as hardcore as the machines and equipment that you work out with so often at the gym with your personal trainer. It\u2019s soft. It\u2019s filled with air \u2013 and very often it comes in pink. However, there are some serious benefits to working out with an exercise\u00a0ball, proving that it shouldn\u2019t be under-estimated. Let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0Improved balance and posture 2.\u00a0Engages your core better<\/strong><\/p>\n As we just mentioned, your core \u2013 your abdominals and the lower back muscles that run along the spine – must work a harder when you sit on the ball. This means your core gets a good workout whenever you use the ball, even if it\u2019s to do other exercises.<\/p>\n
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\nThe ball isn\u2019t as stable as a chair so sitting on it requires two things: good posture and a stable core. The most comfortable position to sit in on the ball is one with good posture or alignment. You\u2019ll find you naturally sit well on the ball and, in turn, this good posture will help prevent injury. Plus, maintaining that comfortable seat requires your body to use its stabiliser muscles <\/a>\u2013 the ones that run through your core and along your spine. This improves your balance.<\/p>\n