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Showing posts with label exercise ball. Show all posts

5/27/2011

Valeo MB8 8-Pound Medicine Ball Review

Valeo MB8 8-Pound Medicine Ball
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I'm very happy with this medicine ball. It seems well made, and its deeply textured surface and medium/small size (8.5" in diameter) make it very easy to handle. When I bought this Valeo 8-pound ball, I also ordered a TKO 12-pound ball, which has some distinct differences. The TKO turned out to be much larger: at 11" in diameter, it's even bigger than a basketball, and the texturing on the TKO is not as deep.

All in all, I'm glad I ended up with the combination of one smaller, lighter medicine ball and one bulkier, heavier medicine ball.The larger size of the TKO makes it harder to handle - which is a good thing, because it makes it more of a workout to manipulate it. For exercises like the squat press or medicine-ball curl, I prefer the larger size of the TKO ball, while for exercises more focused on range-of-motion, the smaller Valeo ball is a great tool. If you're considering a pair of these, this might be an option to explore. They both seem equally well made, despite their differences.

But if you're just looking for a mid-weight, easy-to-handle ball, definitely get yourself the Valeo.

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Valeo's 8 pound medicine ball features sturdy rubber construction with a textured surface for superior grip. The ball's durable construction allows it to bounce off hard surfaces. Includes an exercise wall chart. Helps develop core strength and improve coordination, balance, and endurance.

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5/09/2011

FitDeck Stretch Review

FitDeck Stretch
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Finally! All the best stretches in one spot. I always find great ideas for stretches that I like in magazines, books, newspapers, but I can never remember them. Fitdeck stretch has delivered them to me in a perfect little plastic holder. I don't do all 50 stretches at a time, but I love shuffling through them for ideas. I'm 50 years old and can do about 80% of the stretches. I just leave the other cards out of the deck. Thanks for consolidating the best stretches in one spot for someone who's losing their memory.

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FitDeck is a unique deck of Exercise Playing Cards that makes exercise more simple, convenient, and fun. FitDecks are available in 56-card and 26-card Booster decks. 56-card FitDecks specialize in bodyweight-only exercises (i.e. Bodyweight, Junior, Senior, Yoga, Pilates, Stretch, Prenatal, and Postnatal). 26-card Boosters may require certain equipment (i.e. Exercise Ball, Pull Up bar, Dumbbell, Office, Travel, Kettlebell, etc.). Boosters can be used as a standalone workout or they can be combined with other FitDecks to create an even more challenging routine.Each card has three fitness levels to accommodate different abilities (beginner, intermediate, advanced). Cards are held in a plastic cardholder making it easy to carry and draw cards while on the go. Shuffle cards before every workout to get a random sampling of upper, middle, lower, and full-body exercises. Never spend another minute trying to decide what kind of exercises to do. FitDeck does the thinking for you. Just shuffle, draw, and go.FitDeck Stretch is a 56-card FitDeck that contains illustrations and instructions describing 50 different upper, middle, and lower body stretches. FitDeck Stretch is a bodyweight-only deck that does not require any equipment. Use this FitDeck alone or combine it with related FitDecks and Booster decks (i.e. Bodyweight, Yoga, Office, Travel, etc.).

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3/11/2011

Ultimate Core Stability Ball with DVD Review

Ultimate Core Stability Ball with DVD
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I've had two GoFit yoga balls in a row and both have exploded after moderate use.The first time, the bottom ruptured on a seam but the ball deflated slowly so I had time to prevent a fall.The second time, I was just sitting on the ball in lotus position when the entire ball came apart under me and caused a painful fall.

For the record, I'm 5'11" and 195 pounds.

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75CM ULTIMATE CORE

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3/05/2011

The FIRM Power Ball Kit with Slim and Trim DVD Review

The FIRM Power Ball Kit with Slim and Trim DVD
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MI Tina did a great job with this one. I've been using FIRM videos 5 times a week for a couple of years and this one kept my heart rate up the entire time. I didn't think a 4lb ball could fee so heavy. The additional 8 minute ab workout is really good as well. She uses a variety of classic moves with a twist as well as all new moves. If you're up for a total body challenge, you need this one!

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Includes Slim and Trim DVD

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3/02/2011

Gaiam Balance Ball Beginner Kit (Medium, Green) Review

Gaiam Balance Ball Beginner Kit
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Effective, introduction video for those new to "The Ball."
It's an odd mix of good and bad in this starter video.The instructor's voice-overs properly cue the exerciser and we can easily see and understand her movements.However, the kit states "40 minutes" yet really yields a max of 30 minutes.This includes a lot of stretching and concentration-intensive moves.The background settings are breath-taking but are ruined by horrible, tinny music which I found distracting, at best.
The video includes no instructions as to the care or preparation for the equipment.This is especially a bad decision since there's no pamphlet inside.Granted, one can figure it out but I was surprised at this oversight.
This video was set up to whet the appetite of the viewer. There's info at the end on how to order the full series of 3 videos:lower body, abs and upper body. It is pleasant and varied enough to follow a few times however, I suggest muting the volume after you've developed an understanding of usage.

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Ideal for stretching, toning, and using in aerobic exercises, Gaiam's Balance Ball Beginner Kit will provide a fun low-impact workout. It includes a green 65-centimeter inflatable ball, a sampler workout on DVD, and an air pump. This versatile piece of exercise equipment adds variety to home workouts and comfortably supports your body for working on your abs, sculpting sequences, developing toning and strength, and much more. The 65-centimeter ball is suitable for people up to 5'11" tall.
About Gaiam
Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earth's resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products.
Gaiam's goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect people's lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam's strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customers' needs with meaningful solutions.
The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words Gaia (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and I am reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.
What's in the Box?
Balance Ball, DVD with three workouts, air pump


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2/28/2011

Valeo Body Ball Review

Valeo Body Ball
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This ball is of good quality, however, there is no way it could be inflated to the circumference of the tape included.It would have burst had I inflated it to this size.Also, did not come with wall chart as specified.

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2/20/2011

Danskin Now Yoga Fitness Kit Review

Danskin Now Yoga Fitness Kit
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Good quality sticky mat, resistance band, strap, DVD, chart and ball. Chart shows basic poses and DVD demonstrates poses. While no DVD is a substitute for an instructor it is a useful tool to support workouts outside of class using the principles best learned with an instructor. Highly recommend; much more economical than buying components separately:)

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2/02/2011

GoFit Exercise Ball (65 cm) Review

GoFit Exercise Ball
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I use this ball (in the 65cm size) as a "chair" for my desk in my office. It took a while to get it up to the right size. The pump it comes with is lousy: it fell apart a couple times, and doesn't have much power. However, it did get the job done. The circumference of the ball is supposed to be 81 inches. I got it up to about 70 inches the first day. After 2 days (including 1 day of sitting on it), I was able to inflate it to the full size. So far I haven't had any problems with leaking. The ball is working great as a chair.

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Product Description:
GoFit's white, 65cm Exercise Ball will help you tone, tighten and stretch your whole body unlike any other training tool. Used world-wide by personal trainers and physical therapists, the ball is used to help strengthen your core muscles that improve your posture, balance and alignment for every day living. This package includes one white, 65cm/25" exercise ball, an exercise poster and an inflation pump.

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1/26/2011

Bally Total Fitness 65cm Anti-Burst Fitness Ball with DVD and Pump Review

Bally Total Fitness 65cm Anti-Burst Fitness Ball with DVD and Pump
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I have this product.It's ok albeit a bit too large.For a beginner, you can't really tell when you're at the correction inflation point. It's listed as anti-burst but completely popped like a balloon after some average use.

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Bally Total Fitness maximizes workout. It is a large 26-Inch inflatable ball that gives maximum support for balance and stability. It comes with a 20 minute instructional DVD. It has a two-way action pump which makes inflating faster. This product has 1-year limited warranty.

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12/11/2010

Body-Solid Medicine Balls - Black Review

Body-Solid Medicine Balls - Black
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I got the 10 lb ball and the weight is accurate on my digital scale.The handles on the side are convenient for any exercise that you would have to grip the ball.

My only complaint is that the black color seems to rub off the ball.The gloves I use to handle the ball and the carpet I store the ball on are now slightly black.

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Don't worry... you can handle it! Body Solid Tools Dual-Grip Medicine Balls can be used for both one-handed and two-handed exercises and are ideal for replicating a number of sports movements. They are also very efficient when used in conjunction with exercises targeting the abdominals and obliques. Body Solid adds durable rubber, easy-grip handles to offer you a sure-handed solution to your daily workout routine. Body Solid Tools - A good fit for your life. A great fit for your space. Key Features: Durable rubber easy-grip handles for comfort and freedom of movement during both one and two-handed exercises. Solid weighted core ideal for a wide range of upper and lower-body exercises, including swings and rotational movements.

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11/21/2010

Amber Sporting Goods Rubber Medicine Ball Review

Amber Sporting Goods Rubber Medicine Ball
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Good quality, smells like rubber, but I guess that's a given.Great deal compared to fitness stores.

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Rubber medicine balls that bounce.These balls maintain their shape. Colors may vary.

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11/20/2010

YogaAccessories (TM) Yoga Balance Ball with Pump Review

YogaAccessories Yoga Balance Ball with Pump
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I bought this ball to sit on at my desk at work. I'm 5'8" and I bought the 75 cm ball (it's the perfect size). It's much more comfortable than my old chair was, and i could feel it working the muscles in my lower back almost immediately! It did take a long time to inflate, but it stays inflated rather long. I just keep the pump at my desk in case I want to make it a little tighter. Love it!

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YogaAccessories™ yoga balls are made from a durable vinyl, and are designed to support up to 600 pounds of pressure. The balls are shipped deflated, and can be inflated quickly and easily with a ball pump. Each ball comes with a free pump (one per order). Physical therapists and dancers use physio exercise balls in a variety of movements. Used in both yoga and pilates, these air-filled balls give support in poses such as backbends, hip openers and restorative poses.
Ball Size Recommendations:
Under 5'6" -- 55 cm
5'7" to 6'0" -- 65 cm
Over 6' tall -- 75 cm

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11/16/2010

Everlast 24-Inch Inflatable Ball with Pump Review

Everlast 24 inch Inflatable Ball with Pump
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I've had this exact exercise ball for at least 2 years. My mother, brother, and myself all use it. I am a 200 pound gym rat and I can tell you, this is the best ab tool you'll ever need. My brother is 250+ pounds and the ball has never popped/leaked. I am actually purchasing another one today because my brother is moving out and wants one for X-Mas.

Just put on the TV and do crunches during your favorite shows!

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24" Inflatable Ball with Pump

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11/15/2010

Harbinger 8-Pound Weighted Fitness Ball with Strap Review

Harbinger 8-Pound Weighted Fitness Ball with Strap
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This is a pleasant surprise!I have been using the weighted fitness ball for a few weeks to help work out a shoulder problem.For that, it has been tremendous.But the other benefits that I discovered, really make this item a great value.The value is in the fact that the ball is soft and pliable.I have been tossing it up and catching it in a "claw" grip.Don't let the light weight fool you!After a several reps, you can feel the burn in the forearms and even the delts.

The strap is helpful for the shoulder swing exercises, but gripping the ball while doing them adds another dimension to the work.IF you're serious about shoulder health, GET THIS BALL!!

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Designed to strengthen and tone the upper and lower body, this 8-pound weighted fitness ball is an ideal accessory for just about any workout routine. The ball is made out of soft, pliable, high-quality PVC that's guaranteed not to burst. More importantly, the ball enhances your strength and endurance by helping you isolate specific muscle groups during training. Among the body parts you can exercise with the ball are your hands, biceps, triceps, abdominals, shoulders, hamstrings, quads, and calves. And users will love the ball's high-grade woven nylon strap, which includes a padded handle and Velcro closure for a custom fit. The strap makes it easy to grasp and hold the ball during workouts. Weighted with fine sand and air, the ball--which makes a terrific alternative to metal free weights--is appropriate for any level of athlete.


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11/08/2010

The Biggest Loser 65cm Core Advantage Stability Ball (Royal Blue) Review

The Biggest Loser 65cm Core Advantage Stability Ball
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So, i was expecting the 65cm ball to be about chair height. but its definitely not. it looks like a small ball not the medium size ball. its def. too small for me. i can not substitute it for a chair. so that just pretty much defeated the purpose of this ball. i guess i can still use it for exercise.
other then that, the package came ok, but there were spots on it like it had fell in some oil/wet stuff. there was a pump but it was covered in oily liquid which is gross. good thing was that they included 3 plugs for the hole, which is good in case you need more i guess.

i just wish it was bigger. ive had exercise balls in the past before and i always get medium, but this just seems too small to be medium.

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The Core Advantage Stability Ball Kit provides two fun exercises to give you a full-body workout. The Stability Ball works muscles at one time by compelling your body to balance, creating a challenging and efficient workout. The Resistance Band is an effective toning tool. With these two amazing fitness tools, you'll slim, shape and tone while losing inches and pounds. (MEDIUM)

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11/05/2010

GoFit Ultimate Burst Resistant Core Stability Ball with Workout DVD (55 cm) Review

GoFit Ultimate Burst Resistant Core Stability Ball with Workout DVD
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I purchased 2 GoFit Ultimate Burst Resistant Core Stability Balls w/DVD (orange 55cm and purple 65cm)over a year ago from Amazon (on sale). The ball is a very durable, good quality ball (no foul smells or sticky surfaces like some other stability balls). I haven't had any problems with the ball in over a year of constant use. I have had to occasionally add air to keep the ball at the appropriate size (but nothing out of the ordinary).

This package comes with the ball, pump and workout DVD. I didn't even attempt to use the cheap manual pump included, but opted to use my husband's automatic pump, which quickly and easily inflated the ball to the desired size without any effort. The workout DVD is that in name only. It has some good exercise ideas, but if you are looking for a stability ball workout, you will probably want to buy a separate "true" stability ball workout DVD. Also, if you ever need an extra plug, you can buy them directly from the manufacturer at GoFit.net.

As a side note ...

When determining what size stability ball to purchase, leg length (not height) is what ultimately dictates the size ball you need. If you know you have shorter or longer legs for your height, then you may need to get a smaller or larger ball than the standard height charts for stability balls.

For those of you who are unsure of how much to inflate your stability ball, here are some helpful guidelines taken from the fitnesource site ... On a wall, measure 55cm, 65cm or 75cm (depending on the ball size you have) from the floor and mark it with a pencil. Then inflate the ball until it feels/looks "full", but is not hard and still has a little bit of give in it when you press on it. Put the ball close to the mark you made on the wall and then place a ruler on top of the ball so that it touches the top of the ball and the mark on the wall. This will tell you how close you are to the maximum inflation for your ball size. If this is the first time you are inflating the ball, while it might seem full, it might still measure small. If this happens, give the ball a day to "stretch out" and then add some additional air, if needed. If you don't want to do all that, they also sell tape measures specifically for measuring the diameter of stability balls. Just keep in mind, that when you sit on the ball with your feet flat on the ground and knees bent, your knees should be level with or slightly lower than your hips (a 90 degree angle).

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GoFit's Ultimate Burst Resistant Core Stability balls are a safe way to work your abs, back and full core. The slow-deflate quality and extra-thick wall construction of the GoFit Ultimate Burst Resistant Core Stability ball makes this ball suitable for weight training, stretching, rehabilitation and other heavy use since it is designed to slowly deflate if punctured. This health club quality ball is suitable for home and commercial use. Each kit includes the orange 55cm burst resistant ball, a 25-minute training session on DVD, a detailed exercise poster and an air pump. Suitable for those 5'0" to 5'6" tall.

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10/28/2010

SPRI SB65VC-PLUS Professional Plus 65cm Xercise Ball (Red) Review

SPRI SB65VC-PLUS Professional Plus 65cm Xercise Ball
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Great ball, Professional Gym Quality.I am 250 lbs. & use the ball for free weight training with no issues, will last a lifetime.

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This heavy-duty ball features tough, dura-wall construction and offers true slow deflate up to 350 LBS., making it the ideal ball for weight training applications. 65cm is recommended for for heights ranging from 5' 7" to 6' 1"

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