Exercise Ball Abdominal Exercises Provide A Challe

The exercise ball is inflatable, mostly vinyl or plastic with many different sizes and varying degrees of inflation. It can be used as a support for abdominal exercises and flexibility training. A small air pump is needed to inflate the exercise ball, usually one can be purchased with it. The inflation pressure is important because it is directly related to intensity levels. The firmer it is, the more difficult the exercise. Core strength is targeted when performing Swiss ball abdominal exercises, providing an alternative element called instability. Greater flexibility and range of motion of the spine is also a key focus. more...

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Originally Posted on 8/4/2005 7:59:31 AMContent source: http://www.savvybodybuilding.com/newsletters/article2.html