Ledragomma The Original "Pezzi" GymnastikBall Review

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Using the GymnastikBall

These "types" of balls have been around for decades being used in physical therapy. It has only been in the last half dozen or so that these balls took off and are now used in other arenas including schools.

I recommend that if you have never used one either take a class or have someone show you how to use it. Some of the movements on the ball can be dangerous if not done correctly. This is true especially of any requiring a lot of balance.

I was really impressed with the fact the GymnastikBalls, which were in a busy fitness room were all well inflated. Some of these balls do deflate really easily but these seemed tough and durable. They are made of plastic and according to the website "These gymnastic balls are made in the new and exclusive ®flexton silpower (patent) material developed by our Company. Thanks to the unique characteristics of this material our Maxafe® gymnastic balls eliminate the possibility of sudden ball failure due to small cuts or holes. Regular balls can deflate quickly; our Maxafe® gymnastic balls will deflate slowly if cut or punctured." http://en.ledragomma.com/web/big-balls/gymnastik-ball/  You can see the word Maxafe on the ball in the picture.

At my gym we have a class called "Havin' a Ball" but the ball is also used in cardio classes as well. Kickboxing class uses them to dribble (as in basketball). I like them because they are versatile and fun. They not only work every body part but can improve balance, increase flexibility, and loosen stiff joints. Lately one of our instructors has been using them to stretch.

Let's start with stretching. Lying on your back with the ball right under your back stretch out your legs and your arms should go above you. Try to stretch back as bar as you can. It feels really great.

The Original "Pezzi" GymnastikBall is a terrific way to work your abdomin and entire core.  Your body position on this is a bit tricky so  be careful. From a seated position roll down so that your lower back is on the ball. Put your hands behind your head without clasping them keeping your elbows wide and looking up at the ceiling. Lift slowly, just enough to feel a crunch in your abdomen. Again if you do this correctly I can promise you will feel this ab exercise.