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STOTT Pilates Mini Flex Ball
Posted on Nov 20th 2008 6:00AM by Kristen SeymourFiled Under: Fitness
Funky machines at the gym are cool and all, but what I really love is a super simple device that allows me to do complex exercises and get a complete workout. And, with the STOTT Pilates Mini Flex Ball, that's just what I get.
To look at the Mini Flex Ball, you might not think there are all that many moves you can do with it. My first thought was to use it as a tool for crunches and honestly, even if that's all it could do, that would be enough. But, it comes with a DVD and mini poster to help you really enhance your workout.
The DVD leads you through 26 exercises over the course of about 40 minutes, moving you from abs to glutes, to back, arms, and thighs. It's easy to follow because the instructor talks you through the exercises in addition to showing you. I don't know about you, but I find that really handy because I don't want to have to stare at the screen the whole time I'm working out and with this video, I was able to get a great workout on the first try.
So what makes this little ball so special? It's tough enough to hold your weight as you lean back on it for crunches and has a soft, easy-grip texture to help you keep from sliding while using it. You can incorporate it into crunches, as I mentioned above, use it to get a great stretch, and increase your strength in a variety of ways. Plus, it's small enough to take to the gym or hide away at home.
Want your own? You can get it here for $19.99. And, if you have any great tips on how to incorporate a mini ball like this into a workout, leave them in the comments.
To look at the Mini Flex Ball, you might not think there are all that many moves you can do with it. My first thought was to use it as a tool for crunches and honestly, even if that's all it could do, that would be enough. But, it comes with a DVD and mini poster to help you really enhance your workout.
The DVD leads you through 26 exercises over the course of about 40 minutes, moving you from abs to glutes, to back, arms, and thighs. It's easy to follow because the instructor talks you through the exercises in addition to showing you. I don't know about you, but I find that really handy because I don't want to have to stare at the screen the whole time I'm working out and with this video, I was able to get a great workout on the first try.
So what makes this little ball so special? It's tough enough to hold your weight as you lean back on it for crunches and has a soft, easy-grip texture to help you keep from sliding while using it. You can incorporate it into crunches, as I mentioned above, use it to get a great stretch, and increase your strength in a variety of ways. Plus, it's small enough to take to the gym or hide away at home.
Want your own? You can get it here for $19.99. And, if you have any great tips on how to incorporate a mini ball like this into a workout, leave them in the comments.
