How to Use An Exercise Ball for a Fullbody Workout

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child's pose with exercise ball stretches chest, upper back, lower back, and shoulders.

Got exercise ball? Then you've got a home gym. All you need is 5-6 super effective ball exercises that work the entire body so you can train at home without spending tons of money on weights or other equipment.

Things You'll Need

  • exercise ball
  • motivating music
  • good athletic shoes
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Instructions

    • 1
      Exercise ball bridge works low back, butt, hamstrings, and abs.  Great for beginners.

      Pick 2 leg exercises, 2 upper body exercises, and 2 ab exercises. If you're a beginner stick to basics like ball squats, ball crunches, push-ups with thighs on the ball, and ball bridges. If you're intermediate to advanced try more challenging ones like single leg squats, push-ups with shins on ball, ball pikes, ball overhead lunges, etc.

    • 2
      Legs up ball  crunch works inner and outer thighs and abs.  Great for beginners.

      Mix up your exercises into two mini-circuits (3 exercises per circuit) and start with your first circuit going from one exercise to the next without resting. Taking a quick 10-20 second break and repeat two more times. For example perform 10-15 reps of ball squats, ball push-ups, and ball crunches without resting between exercises then rest and repeat two more times.

    • 3
      Single leg ball reach works hamstrings, abs, glutes, and low back.  More advanced.

      After you've completed your first mini-circuit go right into your second one. For example; perform 10-15 reps of ball bridges, legs up ball crunches, and single leg ball reach without resting between exercises then rest and repeat two more times.

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    • 4
      Runner's stretch with exercise ball stretches quad and hip flexors and promotes good posture.

      Stretch for 5 minutes after your workout to lengthen muscles, prevent injuries, and minimize soreness.

Tips & Warnings

  • Pick dynamic exercises that work many muscles to burn more calories.

  • Outline your workout and follow it for 2-3 weeks before switching to a new one.

  • Focus on quality movement vs. quantity and keep your rest periods short.

  • Choose exercises suited to your fitness level.

  • Consult your doctor before starting any diet or fitness program

  • Consult a fitness professional if you are not sure how to do an exercise

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