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Therapeutic Stability Ball Exercises

Therapeutic Stability Ball Exercises

Exercising with Therapeutic Stability Balls provides tremendous benefits for the musculo-skeletal system of the body. the key benefits are abdominal strengthening, proper posture and allignment,  core stability, muscle strength and endurance, and stretching.  Therapeutic stability balls can be used as both exercise or as a “chair” of sorts to assure proper posture during the workday.  Below is an article by Boston-based Fitness “Trainer Mike” Medeiros, in which he elaborates about therapeutic stability ball Exercises.  Links for therapeutic stability balls, book and dvd and online video have been inserted.

The Benefits of Using Stability Ball Exercises

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Today’s fitness world there are many pieces of equipment that can be used to help you reach your health and fitness goals. It seems there is a new piece of equipment coming out weekly that will “guarantee” results. If you want a tried and true piece of equipment that has shown to get results, then look no further than the stability ball. Performing stability ball exercises may be what you are missing!

stability ball exercises

What Is a Stability Ball?

This simple large inflatable ball is considered a piece of exercise equipment because you can do just about everything on it. This heavy-duty ball is capable of holding several hundred pounds of weight. The stability ball is comfortable and it provides good support. It is a great tool for trainers as stability ball exercises go with the structure of a clients body.

The stability ball is also known as a Swiss Ball or a physioball.

A great thing about the stability ball is that anyone at any fitness level can use it. The stability ball can be used anywhere and it is easy to bring along when traveling. If you compare the price to other exercise equipment and the types of stability ball exercises that can be performed, it is truly the winner.

The Origin of the Stability Ball

The origin of the stability ball stems from the use in rehabilitation. In the early 1900′s physical therapists used stability balls to address many neurological disorders in their patients.

In the 1960′s an Italian toymaker named Aquilino Cosani, started making and selling the ball. It was known as the ‘Gymnastik’. Cosani started the company called Gymnic and quickly became the major supplier to most rehab centers and programs.

It wasn’t until the 90′s that the stability ball made it to the athletic area as it was used to improve the muscle condition of pro athletes. Stability ball exercises then started to make there way into the fitness world. Presently, fitness professionals and medical specialists will recommend using the stability ball because of the benefits that can be achieved by all.

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The Benefits of Using a Stability Ball

The improvement in strength in the lower back and abs are one of the greatest assets of stability ball exercises. Also, there is a major improvement in functional strength, flexibility and balance of the body and can even help with weight loss.

I have some videos of stability ball exercises at the bottom of the post.

1. Better Abs
Great abs is something that is wanted by the majority of people who exercise. Using the ball will target the abdominal region as the core is activated to balance yourself on the ball. b The need to use the core to balance also will make any ab exercise more challenging.

2. Proper Alignment
Having proper balance during training on the ball will use different parts of the body to achieve this. Improving the natural motor reflexes during exercise with dynamic movements occur as many muscles are used. Maintaining balance is one of the biggest challenges using the ball and to do this many muscles that are not usually used are activated. The alignment of the body is improved as you train to get proper balance on the ball.

3. Core Stability

Stability ball exercises help support and stabilize all body movements. The major muscles of the back and abdominals are all exercised when using stability ball exercises. Using the stability ball will work these core muscles which can improve many aspects of everyday life.

4. Muscle Strength and Muscle Endurance
Stability ball exercises can be used to strengthen the muscles of the back which may help prevent any back problems. Also, when using the ball, all the major muscles can be exercised to improve muscle strength and endurance which will give the body better flexibility and stability.

5. Weight Loss
Performing stability ball exercises may help with weight loss as many muscle groups are being used. For example, a dumbbell press on a ball uses many more muscles than you would if you did it on a bench. Your core has to be activated while doing the press on the ball compared to laying on a flat bench in which there is no need for balance.

6. Stretching
The stability ball isn’t usually thought of when stretching but it can be a great tool to assist in stretching exercises. Using the ball to stretch can make it more effective as it will contour to the body.

Stability ball exercise videos here: Stability Ball Exercises

Conclusion

Including the stability ball into your exercise routine is one of the most effective pieces of equipment you can use. The benefits of stability ball exercises can assure you better functional strength, flexibility and balance of the body.

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Massage Therapy Research Information

Massage Therapy Research Information

US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health:

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Blue Heron Health Ordering Instructions

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Testimonials & Recommendations For Joe Fox, Licensed Massage Therapist, Total Health Massage

Testimonials & Recommendations For Joe Fox,

Licensed Massage Therapist, Total Health Massage

(from LinkedIn.com/in/TotalHealthFx)

Here are a few Testimonials and Recommendations I have received over the years, originally published in the LinkedIn social media site.  These are from some of the many regular clients I have had over the last 25 years and a couple from fellow therapists with whom I have worked.  It is a pleasure to be able to be helpful with the skills I have been given.

“”For several months, I was experience severe pain in my right shoulder and was beginning to believe I had a torn rotator cuff in my shoulder. It was causing discomfort when I slept, interfered with my daily exercises and overall, limited my movements during the entire day.
I have been getting massages from Total Health now for almost 1 year and as I explained my symptoms to Joe, he directly focused on my shoulder as he listened and understood my pain.
It has almost been a 5 weeks now and since Joe worked on my right shoulder with his techniques, I have been able to regain my mobility, exercise at full strength again, sleep better at night and all of the things I love to do PAIN FREE!
And to this day, I still have have NO PAIN.
If you are in pain, call Joe and share with him what your symptoms. He will fix you right up. Thanks Joe!! See you soon.”

Chris Williams 5 STAR Direct Marketing Consultant
www.5stardm.com” December 1, 2011

Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, On Time, hired Joe for Massage Therapy in 2010,and hired Joe more than once______________________________________

“Joe takes a personal interest in making sure each client receives what they need. He is specific in attending to each client’s areas of concern when conducting therapeutic massage. In turn, Joe takes the entire individual into account as he considers your total health in regard to diet, lifestyle and body type. Joe lives by what he teaches. . .I have experienced this first hand for the past two years. Joe is the consummate professional in his field. I give my highest recommendation to Joe Fox and Total Health.

-Eric Tomlinson, Real Estate Consultant, ”September 2, 2011

Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, Creative

hired Joe for Therapeutic Massage in 2009, and hired Joe more than once____________

“I have worked with Joe for years, he is tops!” June 6, 2011

Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value

 Richard Maire, Attorney, hired Joe as a Massage Therapy in 1987, and hired Joe more than once___

“Joe has been keeping me going, raising grandkids, having a business and keeping house and church activities tend to be hard on my body and he knows how to get the knots out and get the energy moving so that I can be a positive contributor to life. Thanks Joe” May 19, 2011

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Good Value

Pam Santi, Santi’s Fountains, Riverside CA, hired Joe as a Massage therapist in 2002, and hired Joe more than once

“If you ever experience pain in the back, sciatic, neck etc….Joe is hard working with the best intentions and sincerely strives to improve your health by minimizing the effects of stress and literally “working out the kinks”.
He’s experienced, knowledgeable and goes out of his way to keep in touch and help you address the issues of pain and discomfort that prevent you from performing at your best.
And…he’s just a good guy.
Call him!” May 19, 2011,

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

George Rogers, hired Joe as a Massage Therapist in 2003, and hired Joe more than once

“Joe provided massage therapy for me in my home for several years. He is an excellent therapist, always accomodated my schedule and was very professional in every way. ” May 18, 2011

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert

Tom Sepko, Retired, hired Joe as a massage therapist in 1997, and hired Joe more than once____

“I highly recommend Joe Fox for his massage therapy.He always takes the stress away with his massaging skills” July 26, 2010

Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Good Value

David Condon, hired Joe for massage therapy in 1996, and hired Joe more than once___

“As a decades long personal friend and colleague of Joe and Kathi, I can attest to their keen interest in choosing health life styles and conscious living practices.” August 6, 2009

Larry JohnsonOwner, Mountain Valley Foods, Kalispell MT
worked directly with Joe at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, Polarity Health Institute______

“I have known Joe and Kathi for close to 30 years and they are wonderful people. They exude honesty, are trustworthy, sincerely care about people and want to do whatever they can to be of help. They are loyal and will go that extra mile to give you all that they’ve got to give. ” June 26, 2009

Dr Ted Edwards DC Edmonds Chiropractic Allergy Clinic, Edmonds WA
worked with Joe at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, Polarity Health Institute__________

As a Massage Therapist I have been taught many things in many classes.  I have learned the most from the dear clients that I work with over time.

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Totally Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

Totally Healthy Holiday Gift Guide

With the Holidays approaching so fast, sometimes we feel choosing gifts for our special loved ones can  be quite the experience, we wonder if the gift is as special as they are, or what can I possibly get for them that would be just right in filling a soulful need?

Total Health Fx has assembled an ensemble of gifts that fill such a need, that can really help with how we live our lives or overcome what impedes our health.  The 20 stores of our Totally Healthy Goods Online Mall  literally have tens of 1000′s of healthful gift ideas.  To make it easier we have narrowed it down to about 100 helpful suggestions, each one a “Fox-Fix,”  in the following categories:

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Just head on over to the Totally Healthy Goods Online Mall see what suggestions we have featured for each store and check out the rest of their catalog for ideas that inspire you.  We’re sure you will find something just right to make your loved one feel special inside right up to their soul and down to their bones !

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