Exercise balls, also known as fitness balls and Swiss balls, are big balls, 55cm – 75cm, that are used in all kinds of fitness scenarios from physical therapy to yoga, Pilates, and general exercise.
Exercise balls were certainly not invented by Joseph Pilates and they are not considered traditional Pilates equipment in the way that magic circles or reformers are. Nevertheless, the fitness ball has been heartily embraced by much of the Pilates community.
By : Patricia Zelkovsky
Did you know that Green Tea is one of the most effective weight loss supplements that you can consume to help you lose weight?
Well, it is. According to recent studies, when combined with sensible lifestyle changes green tea can help dieters lose weight, burn fat, increase metabolic rate and suppress their appetites.
Tired of paved roads? Want to go where there aren’t any speed limits? If you answered yes, then your vehicle of choice could very well be a mountain bike. Ever since a group of friends took a fast-paced ride down a steep incline in Northern California, mountain biking has been an exciting challenge to off-road riders. Its inclusion as an event in the 1996 Olympics confirmed what riders already know: Mountain biking is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, both in popularity and participation. If you’ve never been on a mountain bike you might wonder what all the fuss is about. Many riders say it’s the freedom. After all, destinations are unlimited on these machines built for rough terrain. Read the rest of this entry »
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