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Exercise balls are a completely original way to exercise. These balls appeal to everyone because of their unique shape and pretty colors. They were designed by Swiss physical therapists. The largest benefit of these balls is the support they provide during exercise.

Exercising with these balls requires all of all your major muscles to participate. The comfortable, yet supportive, material of the balls are the perfect equipment for Yoga positions, strength training while using dumbbells, or even providing support during serious weight training.

Exercise balls are long-lasting and are basically indestructible under pressure. The instructions that will come with the balls will tell you if it will hold your weight. The balls provide gentle yet strong support that works to your body's advantage.

Exercise balls come in many different colors and textures. Balls can even be found that will match your interior decorating. They store easily, and you can even put them under your dining room table if you need to. Your children can even play with them when you're not using them. They are safe and the kids will enjoy using them.

Physical Therapy Equipment

The exercise ball was first developed for use in physical therapy. It is used to support the body during exercise. When you are doing an exercise requiring balance and a specific positon, these balls will help you support your body. The balls are made of super-strong latex and other safe materials.

There are so many exercises in yoga and strength training that can only be accomplished with the proper support. Exercise balls can be so helpful during these exercises. The exercise balls help you maintain a stability that couldn't normally be accomplished with an exercise done on the floor. Your body must respond to the instability by maintaining balance on the exercise ball. This helps strengthen the muscles that aren't directly involved in the exercise.

Exercise balls are very useful during physical therapy for back pain and spine problems. Because the exercise ball requires a restricted range of movement, and requires one to adjust for balance on the ball, it helps reduce back pain.

The exercise ball helps to restore movement for people who suffer from back problems. It also improves muscle strength, increases flexibility and allows the spine to move in a wide range of motion during physical therapy.