Stability Ball (Swiss Ball)
A large inflated ball used for core exercises and adding instability.
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Stability balls are large inflated balls used for core exercises, stretching, and adding instability to movements. While popular for ab work, the instability they provide reduces force production, making them suboptimal for strength training. They are better suited for rehabilitation and mobility work.
Examples
- Stability ball crunches
- Stretching and mobility work
- Better for rehab than strength
Exercises using a stability ball
12 exercises in the library use a stability ball.
Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball
Strength · Exercise Ball
Pyramid
Stretching · Exercise Ball
Torso Rotation
Stretching · Exercise Ball
Weighted Ball Hyperextension
Strength · Exercise Ball
Weighted Ball Side Bend
Strength · Exercise Ball
Ball Leg Curl
Strength · Exercise Ball
Chest Stretch on Stability Ball
Stretching · Exercise Ball
Downward Facing Balance
Strength · Exercise Ball
Common questions
What is Swiss Ball?
A large inflated ball used for core exercises and adding instability. Stability balls are large inflated balls used for core exercises, stretching, and adding instability to movements.
What exercises use a Swiss Ball?
Good options include Push-Ups With Feet On An Exercise Ball, Pyramid, Torso Rotation, Weighted Ball Hyperextension, Weighted Ball Side Bend. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of Swiss Ball?
Stability ball crunches; Stretching and mobility work; Better for rehab than strength.
Put it into practice
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