Exercise Gym Ball Instructions

Exercise gyms balls are most often used to rehabilitate or strengthen an individual's back muscles, particularly those who suffer from chronic back pain. They have plenty of alternative names, including medicine balls, fit balls, Swiss balls or physio balls and were first used by Switzerland in the 1960s to work with patients who had cerebral palsy. Exercise gym balls can help you strengthen your back and core muscles, stabilizing your spine while reducing stress.

Things You'll Need

  • Exercise gym ball

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Article reviewed by Helen Covington Last updated on: Nov 16, 2009

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