Exercise balls – for fitness and health
Exercise balls are versatile and offer added benefits across a wide range of areas. Used as a chair alternative, it ensures healthy sitting at your desk, whilst also allowing for a variety of exercises during an intensive and high-intensity workout. Find out here what you should bear in mind when buying an exercise ball and how your new ball can support your fitness.
Buy exercise balls from the AcuMax online shop
In the AcuMax online shop, you’ll find a wide range of different exercise balls as well as useful accessories. Here, you can buy an exercise ball in the ideal size for your body and choose from a variety of colours and materials. Most balls include a pump, but if you need a separate pump or wish to order one later, you’ll also find what you’re looking for in this section of our online shop. In addition to classic exercise balls, AcuMax also offers ball trays and exercise ball chairs, so you can use your ball easily and practically for healthy sitting whilst maintaining an upright posture. You can also purchase various storage systems for space-saving and secure storage of exercise balls. If you’d like to expand your training routine with a few extra exercises, halved exercise balls are a first-class option. These all-rounders can also be found in our online shop and will take your fitness to a whole new level!
What is an exercise ball good for?
The exercise ball stands out for its enormous versatility. It can be used for both static and dynamic exercises.
You can use it as a seat at your desk instead of a conventional office chair and will soon notice an improvement in your posture. By sitting healthily on an exercise ball without any additional equipment, you’ll not only maintain an upright posture but also train your sense of balance. However, if you find this option too unstable, you can secure the ball using a ball tray or another stabilising device whilst continuing to benefit from the ergonomic advantages of your new exercise ball.
In fitness training, using an exercise ball opens up a whole range of new and more intense exercises. When lying on your back, you can use it to train your abdominal muscles whilst simultaneously engaging many other muscles to maintain your balance. For this reason, the exercise ball isn’t just good for targeted training of individual muscles. Through wobbling and rolling, it constantly engages your entire musculature, challenges your flexibility and thus tones your whole body. It also offers a wide range of exercises for your back muscles, helping to strengthen and mobilise your spine.
Features and specifications
If you’re thinking of buying an exercise ball, there are various features you should consider. Firstly, there are half-sized and full-sized exercise balls. The former come with a flat plastic disc and can therefore be used for mobility training on the floor. Whole exercise balls are suitable for sitting on, as well as for balance exercises and specific muscle exercises. You should also look for a material that is not easily damaged. The term ‘Anti-Burst’ is used to certify that these balls are particularly durable and stable. Arguably the most important factor when buying is the size of the exercise ball. Below, you’ll find detailed guidance to help you find the perfect size for your individual body measurements.
Which exercise ball is right for which height?
If you’re looking for an exercise ball for a child up to 140 CM tall, you should choose the smallest models with a diameter of 42 CM. A 53 cm diameter is suitable for heights up to 155 cm, and a 65 cm diameter may be sufficient for heights up to 175 cm. If you’re taller than 175 CM, you can select the largest diameter of 75 CM in the online shop. If you’re buying a gym ball to sit on, you can measure your leg down to the knee. This length plus 10 CM gives you the optimal diameter. Here’s a summary of all the key measurements at a glance:
- Up to 140 cm: 42 cm diameter
- Up to 155 cm: 53 cm diameter
- Up to 175 cm: 65 cm in diameter
- From 175 cm: 75 cm in diameter
You can find the right exercise ball for you in the AcuMax online shop at an affordable price. Order now and kick-start your fitness training with plenty of motivation!