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How To INFLATE a Stability Ball and Choose The Right Size | Gym Ball UNBOXING
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How to choose a fitness ball
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How to find the right size swiss ball for you!
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Workout Without Machines: How to Correctly Measure Stability Ball
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The Right Size Stability Ball For You
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How to Fit the Right Size Exercise Ball for your Seated Core Exercises
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The Correct Sizing or Size for an Exercise Ball, PhysioBall, or SwissBall.
Video taken from the channel: Bob & Brad
Buy the Right Size Ball There really aren’t any rules about the size of a fitness ball. I have a collection of fitness balls from huge ones down to little ones, but for most exercise purposes, you will want to choose the size a ball that is proportional to your height.Using your arm to size up your ball. Another way to find the correct size ball is to measure the length of your arm from your fingertip to your shoulder. Because people have different leg lengths (some have shorter legs and some have longer legs), using your arm span to find a ball that’s just right for you can be a more accurate way to measure a ball.
The best way to size up your ball is by sitting on it. When you sit on the ball, your knees should be bent at a 90-degree angle and your thighs should be parallel or even with the floor. Find your height and see which ball size you should try first.
You may want to use a larger ball if yo.Height: 6’4” and up » Ball size: 85 cm/34”. Other than that, a good rule is that the smaller the ball, the bigger the challenge. So consider scaling up or down depending on your fitness.The size of an exercise ball is measured by the diameter of the inflated ball, which is equal to its height.
Though there are 3 standard sizes, I’ve seen 5 different sizes readily available for purchase: 18 inches or 45cm 22 inches or 55cm.6’3″– 6’7″. 85 cm. 6’8″ and taller.
If body weight to height is larger than the average proportion, sitting on the exercise ball will compress it down more, so individuals usually should try using the next larger exercise ball size in order to maintain the 90-degree rule.Choose a ball that fits your height. Use your measurement to get the yoga ball in an appropriate size. If you are 5 feet (1.5 m) or shorter (152.4 cm), you will want a ball that is 18 inches (45 cm).
If you are 5 feet (1.5 m) 1 inch (155 cm) to 5 feet (1.5 m) 7 inches (170 cm), try a 22 inch (55 cm) ball.If you’re buying on online, find the right size by squatting against a wall until your hips are parallel with the floor and your knees are at a 90-degree angle. Measure the distance between the floor and your hips and compare to ball measurements.
Sizing and Sitting You need to buy the correct size ball for your height. The diameter of the ball makes all the difference — size does matter. If you are close to the cut off point between size.
5’0” and under – 45 cm. 5’1” – 5’7” – 55 cm. 5’8” – 6’1″ – 65 cm. 6’2” and over – 75 cm.
While these are first measures of sizing up your exercise ball, another way to ensure the right fit is to test it out in person. When sitting on the ball, your feet should be able to touch and plant flat on the floor.While larger stability balls are often capable of supporting greater weight, it is important that the balls’ dimensions remain a good fit for your frame. To choose the right size for you refer to the size guide above. Our favourite exercise balls on Amazo.
The first thing you must do when choosing an stability ball / exercise ball or sitting ballis, to find the right size for you. This depends mainly on your height, but you must also take into consideration whether you have long legs or long body within the overall height. Sit.It’s common practice to use a height guide to choose the right size ball.
While this is OK as a general guide this doesn’t work for all women for all core exercises. The size of the exercise ball is usually printed on the ball in centimetres. Most exercise balls have the ball size printed on them, usually 45 cm, 55 cm, 65 cm and 75 cm.Why I Swapped My Desk Chair for an Exercise Ball Plus the Top 5 Ball Exercises to Do at Your Desk Duration: 6:41. Healthy Body Healthy Life with Melissa Koerner 90,055 views.
An exercise ball, when size properly, makes for an active chair when sitting at a desk. You should be able to sit with your knees at a right angle and your thighs parallel to the ground.
List of related literature:
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| from The Rock Climber’s Exercise Guide: Training for Strength, Power, Endurance, Flexibility, and Stability |
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| from Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance |
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| from Strength Training for Triathletes: The Complete Program to Build Triathlon Power, Speed, and Muscular Endurance |
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| from Smarter Workouts: The Science of Exercise Made Simple |
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| from Play With Purpose: For Fundamental Movement Skills Teaching |
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| from Complete Conditioning for Tennis |
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| from Athletic Body in Balance |
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| from Stability, Sport, and Performance Movement: Great Technique Without Injury |
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| from The Everyday Ketogenic Kitchen: With More than 150 Inspirational Low-Carb, High-Fat Recipes to Maximize Your Health |
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| from The Athlete’s Shoulder E-Book |
54 comments
Any chance that you know what brand that specific exercise ball is? I scanned through the video to see if I could spot a logo on it, but nothing. You mentioned that it’s rated for 600lbs in the video, but that’s in contrast to the only exercise ball on your recommended products amazon page; which is rated for 270lb. I’m one of those people you mentioned in the video that like the softer ball, but it’s not at all easy to find them.
I’m 4’11 and I got a 55cm balance ball but I notice that my legs are at 90°angle when I sit on it.
Should I get a bigger size?
If so, what size?
I’m 5’3” but would a 75 cm ball be better for me my hips are wide. My sister in law said I needed a 75 cm ball what do you think
“Most famous physical therapists on the internet.”…Yeah, well, you know, that’s just, like, your opinion, man.
Yet another exercise ball sizing video where they don’t tell you the size of the ball actually being used in the video. Amazing.
Some trainers say that sitting on top, with feet flato on the floor, the hips must be higher than the knees…..
i feel like i’m just gonna destroy my ball with all the videos on here giving me “you just gotta feel it” answers. smh
Awesome! Like this a lot (: Going to be using this as inspiration for my own videos ay. Keep up the great work!
sir please make a video on the exercises that a stroke patient can do with a physio ball…….all the ball exercises in one video.your videos are really helpful…….keep up your good work.thanks a lot.
+physicaltherapyvideo Great vid.Can you please do a video in1.a subscapularus rotator cuff injury treatment 2.osgood schlatters disease treatment.thank you
hello..my height is 5.10″-11″.in 2015 i had sleep disc on left side l5-s1..now i am fit nd fine but for stiffness nd extension my doctor told me just lie on your back 5 min then lie on your fron 3 minutes on a swiss ball just for relaxation..but the problem is which size is perfect for me please chose me to help..
Thanks so much for your videos. I always watch and give a thumbs up, but don’t normally comment. I was wondering how to buy a proper exercise ball and this was very helpful.
hello, thank you for creating this simple guide for us beginners!
anyway, i am having a bit of dilemma and hope you can help me out? heres the situation:
i got a 65cm ball for my room to use instead of a desk chair while im on the computer. 65cm was the company’s recommended size to fit a standard desk for most adults between 5ft and 5’ll, but there were separate sizing guidelines for exercise use. i am 5’2 so i am in the 55cm size range for that. i am hoping to get as much use as i can out of the ball i own if possible so here is my question:
i went through all of these check points a few times and i am able to sit down on top of the ball, plant both feet without rolling forward, and have my hips slightly higher than my knees. so i am able to accomplish these checkpoints, however it requires some adjustment to compensate for my height. when i sit down, i have to draw my ankles/calves back closer to the ball to keep my heels from lifting. is it okay for me to continue with this ball or will i have to invest in a second ball thats smaller?
I am 5’8”, and weigh 210 lbs. What size ball is the best recommended for my height and weight? Someone in a sports store told me 75cm, but i’m not sure and i don’t want to buy the wrong thing
If I were to have my own (bigger) place to live, then I’d wanna get 2 “75-cm.” exercise balls so I could sit on one of ’em. I’d wanna play with ’em so I could cuddle, bounce and roll ’em.
I believe the reason she is saying the exercise ball chart may not be accurate as far as the height guide is because if you have 10 people all the same height I can only guess that the torso and leg length would be different in at least half of them. Sitting on the ball to try it out is the best option although we all do not have that ability.
Thank you. Very helpful video when looking for a ball. ��55 it is!
My height is 5.6
Weight 145 lb
Which ball should i buy..plz reply soon
I think I got the wrong size 85cm my height because I have some fractures went from 5.4 to about 5.3 I let air out of the ball what should I do
You are using a red one and saying your not going to get red? Someone explain this man to me.
Why did you show us a tape measure and you did not use it so that’s a thumbs down for you because your video and misleading
Excuse me, I am conflicting about feet measures
I am 174 cm hight, my wife 167 cm what sizes better for us?
I just bought a 65 cm ball (I’m 170cm) as that was recommended on the package for my height. However, I found it too small for sitting at the desk. Those ball size tables are only as reliable as dress sizes. When I placed my hands on the desk my elbows were lower than my wrists and I felt I needed to reach up with my upper body to have my head and shoulders at the right height. So one more piece of advice, if you want to use it in the office check also the height of your desk. Best thing to do is to ask in the shop if you can return the ball if needed as you’ll really only see if it’s the right size when you try it. I took mine back and swapped it for a 75 cm one which I’m happy with.
Btw I really liked the video, nice and clear explanation, thanks! Looking forward to watching the other vids on your channel.
I have a 65cm ball but need a 70 cm ball.
When the ball is at 65cm it is also very soft and not hard enough. So can I inflate the ball a little bit more? Like 70cm?
The guide listed here does not account for people between 5’5 and 5’9……..whats up with that??
Hello there, I’m 5 ft tall and 118 lb so I was wondering what size I should get, I’m between the 55cm or 45 cm, could you please help.Thank you
6’1 what size I need what are the differences on the balls different exercises?
Hi. I’m 5’0 even, 198 lbs and my inseam is exactly 24″ (I don’t know if that matters though). I have a 55cm ball. Is this the correct size? I feel it could be incorrect on certain exercises but okay on others??
Hi Michelle
I’m having trouble buying the right size fit ball. I have very long legs and a short torso. Length from my hips to armpits when sitting is 35cm and my legs are approx 90cm. Overall I’m 170cm tall and weigh 58kg, so wouldn’t need to support much weight on it. The table I work at is 71cm high. I have a 75cm ball, but it is too low. There are no shops in my area that stock +75cm balls so I can’t try them out. If I was to buy one online is there a size you would recommend based on these measurements?
Thera-Band has a rating system that tells you which ball and resistance bands to choose.
It was short and to the point and answered my question which is how much is enough air diddo to the comment before thank you
Can you also make a video where you explain how to let the air out of the gym ball and show it on the ball? Maybe make the ball go flat?
I was under the impression that stability balls are measured in diameter, not circumference. That is what I am seeing on Amazon.
I am actually female and I was hesitant about the 75cm because I tried an inflated one in another sport store that was either not fully inflated or maybe I was nervous about putting my full weight on it because it kept sinking. I sat on a 65cm ball in my company’s gym and my hips are parallel with my knees at a 90 degree angle with my feet flat on the ground. Is that bad or food and does your recommendation remain the same of the 75cm?
Does Bob and Brad have separate clinics? But I thought this is your clinic for the both of you?
Where do you get your balls? And what does the printing say on the balls in the video? Also what sizes are both balls?
Helpful, sort of, because the number (55cm, etc) refers to DIAMETER, not circumference…
Thanks this helped me figure out I needed a 65cm one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SNRZ76O. I was using the wrong size one before, it was too big
i’ve been watching your videos for a few years. You gents make me laugh every time!! Hehehe, my knees hurts, my lower back aches but every video I watch you guys just crack me up! Thank you for the safe advice and humour! Lots of support and love from Canada! Be safe Stay sanitized!
mine is too big….gotta get another one. no wonder i kept falling off. tq!
Hi, thanks for video,…. i habe ready buy a ball with 75 cm! and i am 1m69…this size is good for me?!
i I feel that the exercises with this ball are difficult for me
I am confused you are the only trainer that says your knees need to be lower than your hips. Everybody else recommends 90 degrees angle.
If you’re ball is too small, can you put something under the ball? something flat obviously:)
INTERESTING, THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION VERY CLEAR AND WELL-EXPOSED
I met her in college we fell in love she did proposed to me she said yes to marry me
A trainer told me that the hips should be slightly higher than the knees.
This put less pressure on your lower back.
If her ball pops my new girlfriend Megan will scream very badly you are married correct
Thanks a lit fir your previous response and this latest one
My new girlfriend Megan Wants a exercise ball me and Megan Wants to play ball together what size is great for her she’s 5 foot 9 inches
Thanks for the video. How much is the minimum your hips should be higher then your knees? I just got a ball and find that if my hips are too much higher, it would put strain on my knees when I hold myself on the top of the ball. However, if they are just tiny bit higher than 90 degrees, I can sit and be stable on the ball without holding myself with my leg muscles. What are your views?
As I was rewatching this video I realized that I forgot to mention how tall I am lol. I explained why i prefer a larger ball even though most common advice suggests otherwise. I’m 5’3 (or 160 cm) and according to livestrong I should get a 55cm ball BUT! I personally prefer larger size one and reasoning as to why i extensively go over in this vid:-) But yeah, guys, size does matter after all!
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Try to do like a challenge where you have to do some exercises with the ball but the ball is half inflated
Great video, many thanks! Can you make the same with beach ball?