Table of Contents:
HOW TO USE AN EXERCISE BALL AS A CHAIR CORE TRAINING
Video taken from the channel: Sittingwell Ltd
Exercise Ball as an Office Chair: Training & Body Sculpting
Video taken from the channel: eHowFitness
The Ergonomics Guy Why The Ball Chair May Not Be The Best Solution
Video taken from the channel: Steve Meagher
How to Use an Exercise Ball Chair…Plus Standing Desk Tips
Video taken from the channel: posturedoc
To Ball or Not to Ball Office Chair Options
Video taken from the channel: Lori Frederic
Benefits of Sitting on Exercise Ball: why you should care
Video taken from the channel: Feldenkrais with Taro Iwamoto
Use Ball as Chair at Work?? Is it good for Back Pain or Backache?
Video taken from the channel: Bob & Brad
Despite its popularity among physical therapists, kinesiotherapists, and personal trainers, research studies haven’t solidified the benefits of using an exercise ball as a chair. If you’re considering alternatives, you might want to investigate other options like sit-stand desks and balance chairs.Recently, the fitness ball has moved out of the gym and into the home and office. People are using the ball as a chair in order to strengthen core muscles.
This is called “active sitting” because your muscles are engaged. Using the wrong techniques with an exercise ball may do you more harm than good.The chief touted benefit of using an exercise ball as a desk chair is that it will give you a constant core workout as your muscles struggle to stabilize your core, so that even while working at your desk, you’ll still be getting some exercise.
The idea of sitting on an exercise ball instead of a traditional office chair is that the instability of an exercise ball requires the user to increase trunk muscle activation and thus increase core strength, improve posture and decrease discomfort. Another benefit ball chair supporters claim is increased calorie burn.Inadequate postural and core strength will translate to similar problems whether you use an exercise ball or office chair Potential for worsened back pain and discomfort Initial upright posture is quickly lost due to lack of proper sitting support Enhanced intra-discal pressure is placed upon the spine and its joints.As opposed to the traditional chair, the exercise ball has an effect on core strength.
It improves the strength as abdominal muscles are constantly engaged to prevent toppling over. Increasing core strength results in improvement in balance, posture and stability. Ability to change position often.
You may be worry cause exercise ball is mostly use only in gym corner or another sport center, but now you can also use it for your alternative chair. In case you ever heard, there are many benefits to make exercise ball as your chair that is good for your health. 1. Burn Up Your Daily Calories.Opponents of using exercise balls to sit on at work argue that what is desirable in a chair is not the same as what is desirable in a piece of exercise equipment. A chair, they say, should take pressure off of the low back and provide support for the arms, which can alleviate discomfort and lessen fatigue.
Sitting on an exercise ball can improve your stability and balance, as you must constantly engage the core abdominal muscles to stay upright. A stronger core helps protect the lower back and promote better posture. Sitting on a ball may also increase your daily calorie burn by a small amount, according to the University of New Hampshire.As we mentioned earlier, if you’re going to use an exercise ball as a desk chair, it is important to buy a base to stabilize the ball.
Otherwise, it might roll away, and the fun of chasing your chair across the office dies quick. Take a look at this one from Trideer on Amazon. Yoga Ball Office Chair Downside.“Sitting on a ball creates an increased load on the lumbar (lower back) spine and discomfort over time. Prolonged periods of sitting, whether.
According to the University of Minnesota Extension, you should use a bigger sized exercise ball. So, while for exercising purposes you would use a 45 cm ball if you are 5 feet tall, for sitting at a desk you should use a 55 cm exercise ball. Discover the best sit stand desk stool chairs in 2018.
Lately mine hasn’t been cutting it, so as an experiment, I swapped my chair with an exercise ball. Here’s what’s been great about it, what’s been less than perfect, and what you might want to.Bad news for people who thought they were staving off mushy core muscles and cardiovascular decrepitude by sitting on an exercise ball instead of a chair: For You Start Salary Survey.
Using an exercise ball as an office chair will destabilize your core and force you to keep yourself upright. While some experts are weary of whether using an exercise ball as a chair will actually help maintain and improve posture, there are some who firmly believe it does help. The lack of armrests, back support and other attributes to a chair.
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112 comments
I would like to see the studies as well because I have CP and have a desk job and the ball has greatly increased my core strength.
I’ve been using this ball chair at my home desk for about 4 years. I’m up and down frequently, but I’m on it sometimes for a few hours at a time. I’m at my desk sometimes for 8 or more hours in a day. My girlfriend bought it for me, and I assumed I would use if for a while and go back to a standard type office chair but I grew to like it. I think it’s been good for me.
I’m currently considering a similar ball chair from a different company that has a stronger and adjustable back support. I understand that the point is to not lean back, but i use the back support occasionally to relax certain muscles for short periods. I disagree that mounting the ball in a chair entirely defeats the effect of using core muscles, especially when you compare it to a standard chair.
I’m fairly athletic, and I’ve done a good amount of yoga and martial arts, so that might be a factor. In general I would say you’re much more likely to enjoy this chair if you already have a high degree of physical self awareness. If not, it’s a gamble, but compared to standard office chairs it’s not a huge investment to find out.
I tend to trap my heel under the ball (in front of me) whilst sitting so that the ball balances against my heel/ calf while workingthis makes it more stable and stationarywill this have a better impact on my back/ hips or is it the same as resting on a chair?
So it looks like I need a 75 cm ball for sitting. I’m 5’8, 195 lbs and have always used a 65 cm blown way up. Is it o.k.to sit on a bigger ball that is much softer? Also, I’m concerned that a bigger ball would prevent me from getting my legs under the table.
I think this depends on the person. For me, it helps my lower back pain, neck pain, and circulation. You can get one for like $12 so it is worth trying for yourself. Just make sure the ball you get is high enough. The tops of your thighs should be straight with your feet flat on the ground.
Why do people want to destroy exercise balls to see if they are truly (Anti burst), and some balls pop like balloons when people are sitting on them. And another person stabs the ball with a knife.
This is very (Dangerous)�� activity to be doing.
1. Never have that idea in your head.
2. You can accidentally hurt a person when you wanted to pop the ball.
3. You can injure your tailbone on the sudden fall to the ground. Sitting will hurt. And you will have to see a chiropractor to correct the injury if the tailbone hasn’t (SHATTERED)��
(NOTHING FUNNY ABOUT A SHATTERED TAILBONE)��
OR THE MEDICAL EXPENSE.
0:04 Okay, am I the only one who thinks Bob and Brad are so cute >O< Thank you for another wonderful tips... trying to set up my work desk during the 2020 quarantine..... need chair recommendations for Spondyloliothesis!! Thank you!
Nice Video
http://www.thefitnessmojo.com/wellfit-aligned-and-strong-ball-chair/
I love your videos, Bob and Brad! You helped me heal from shoulder tendonitis last year as I followed your advice on several videos. I also have chronic back issues, including bulging and ruptured discs, which make most chairs uncomfortable for me and cause my back to hurt. I have bought several chairs to sit on while on the computer, and all of them cause my back to hurt. So I said, “What the heck, I’m trying sitting on a yoga ball” And to my surprise, I have felt such relief!! After watching this video I was hesitant because I trust your judgement, but I am amazed on how much it has helped me. I guess it depends on what is going on with your back, the size of the ball and how much air you put in it. I had to play with various sizes, but found that the 65 cm ball works best for me, placing my hips slightly lower than my knees. And it can’t be inflated too much or it will cause back pain. I sit on it at work, on the computer at home and while watching TV. I can feel that it strengthens core and back muscles and I feel great when I stand up. I also do no use a base for it because then I can’t make slight movements on it while sitting which is what gives me such relief.
can you guys review saddle chair and kneeling chairs, please!!!
If I were to have my own (bigger) place to live, then I’d wanna get myself 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.
They said as their first negative at 1:27 is that it burns the same calories, then later at 2:35 their “only” positive is that it burns more calories? Are they OK? Might want to work on some memory exercises before they give advice to others. This is misinformation and they should be ashamed that they put this out.
Can you post links to the studies you mention, just saying ‘they’ doesn’t really make an objective case, many thanks.
Thank you for the video. I first purchased my office ball chair here https://www.millennialswellness.com/gaiam-balance-ball-chair/ and I love it. Based on ergonomics, I think I’m getting somewhat strong core and comfy using it. But, I need to get more chairs for my staff but need to know brands that can stand the test of time. Gaiam isn’t bad but another good brand can do fo rnow. I don’t mind replies here on brands I can try. Thanks
You are probably over the 5’11” that the product is made for
But if your trying to activate and strengthen the core hips should be slightly lower than the hips for better dynamic movement
Thank you! You made my research much easier. I think I’ll just try setting alarms and walking around every quarter to half hour:)
I disagree. If you are in a ball you stand straighter and you are working the adductors, abs, the glutes and tensor fascia lata, etc… Standing still in a desk for 8h is a killer, so your arguments are non-sense.
Still the best option is a standing desk.
Anyone can quote a random study to prove a case. Some poor advice from these 2.
I have that chair they were talking about, and I think there’s something the studies are missing.
They need to look at male anatomy. I don’t think the constant pressure on “the taint” that these give when used is good for you. I think it could be damaging, and restrictive to the natural flow of lymphatic and other fluids that circulate through that region. It may be harmful to men specifically, more so than women just due to the sex differences,
You’ve accomodated your arms but you still have bad forward head posture. The screen must be Higher do that you need to look UP at it. The first ball was better, you just need a laptopm keyboard.
Isn’t it better just to get gaming chair with pillows to support your lower back and keep the curve of your lower back while supporting full back and promoting proper posture and great adjustable comfort and do exercises 20 mins per day to keep muscles healthy? Rather then torture yourself for hours for little muscle activity? I mean this could be fun and nice for 1-2 hours per day, but full 8-10 hours this would be more harmful then helpful.
Steve…Please verify…I’ve always been taught (medical + physical therapist) that the knees should be slightly higher than the hips when sitting. As told to me, this applies to using the ball, (ball + chair), or even while driving. Please explain your reasoning. Whatever the case, this can be detrimental to good posture (to prevent injury) or harmful in the long run. After watching untold videos on the immediate subject, it seems everyone has a different opinion. I would think medical or anatomical research would substantiate the correct position. Appreciate your suggestions.
@murali24580 Definitely will not weaken them. Research shows not much difference in actual activation of core muscles (Stu Mcgill and colleagues). But in my opinion it will not hurt the back. It just makes for more “dynamic sitting”, and is conducive to doing “microbreaks” where you lay over the ball to pay tissue debt created by hunching over a computer. Ultimate advice…use it in spurts, not for all day long.
Just wanted to thank you for all the alternatives you provided. Great information lots of alternatives, room for us to think of more alternatives.. Awesome uplifting finale. Thank you so much…
I bought a backless yoga ball this week. It’s comfortable enough, but when I get up my tailbone is screaming!! What am I doing wrong?
I use an evolution chair and it as really helped. I used to use an office chair and always get lower back pain. With the evolution chair I don’t get lower back pain. Even though the ball is in a frame there is still some movement you need to do. I’ve been using it for three years now 5 days a week.
should i push my stomach forward when sitting up straight? does this not arch the lower back…is this a good thing?
Swiss ball ripped out in the office. landed on my tail bone. The ball lasted 4 Months
Excellent presentation, exactly what I was searching for… I had my fitness ball too soft apparently. All the best, thumbs UP!
i like this ball it is very comfortable and motivates for doing good exercises
thanks
Mobility and stability work together. When you increase stability, you decrease mobility, and vice versa. In this case, a balance ball acts as a mobilizer or de-stabilizer. Depending on how you look at it, this can be an advantage or a disadvantage. From my perspective, this allows us to move more freely in a more constrained position (sitting) where movement is reduced compared to standing. Often, sitting can be seen as a negative factor for our health. A common misunderstanding is that sitting as an activity or a position is the cause of many health problems. A decreased overall movement as a result of sitting because of a constrained position is rather a problem. So, from that perspective, a balance ball can be used to your advantage as it can increase your movement while sitting.
so does it help with overall health/fitness or just back pain (already learned to deal with that)?
Core Activation all day!!!!! Great talk! Ad I agree, sedentary lifestyle is a total different issue! Movement is medicine!
I’m 5’3″ should I get the 75″ as well I don’t want to be too low to my desk
I sit on a ball for hours a day… I deflate it a little, keep my knees higher that my hips and lay my arms comfortably on my desk and my eyes are level to the screen… This has increased my ability to stay seated by 3 and forces you to sit up straight. Would love a treadmill desk.
what do chairs do you recommend for this with lower back discomfort and options for criss cross/ Indian style/ prezel sitters.
i typically enjoy the information you guys share on here, but regarding this topic, i think you’re missing the point entirely. When sitting on a gym ball at the office, you’re supposed to be in motion, doing micro squats or swaying your hips. That is what is the benefit, because it strengthens your core & a stronger core is very beneficial to back health! #myTwoCents
hips should always be slightly lower than the knees not 90 degrees.
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 and make it completely flat?
The 75cm looks right for you but the 85cm looks too large (greater than a 90 degree knee angle). This means for people shorter than you (5’10” and under), 65cm would be better.
Thanks for the video! I’m 6’3 and have a red ball like yours (mine needs more air though). I’m looking at using the ball (in addition to my chair) because sitting in my chair seems to cause a burning sensation (slightly exaggerated description) underneath my thighs after sitting for a while.
Great video man! How do you deal with really bouncy balls though? I use to use one at my desk and any small movement I would start bouncing like crazy! Think you could make a video helping solving that? Also great advice for holding the ball with your heels and calves! My friends use to use my home gym ball and bounce around like that lol, it was hilarious to watch. I challenge you to try it!
hi, thanks for the great video! Cool tip about the calf stretch. I am 179cm. (5,9feet). I have a long upper body though. Normally I should get the 75cm ball to use as a chair I guess. But if I want to benefit from the calf stretch, would you then suggest the 85cm?
Question? According to my length 1.6 meters I must get a 55cm ball. What I understand from your video I must rather get a 65?..and does this take in consideration high heels…mine is average 8-10cm.
This is a good start, but actually, Steve should talk about the ball diameter a little bit more. There are different diameter balls and the one he is demonstrating is much too small for him. Your upper legs should be parallel to the floor, or hips slightly higher than the knees. The balls should be inflated fully to their correct diameter and most people should start using them for just a little while each day to slowly build up muscle tone.
Gonna try that thing in the end at my gym! Looks fun! Thanks for the info doc!:-)
I always underestimate measurements.
I then overestimate them trying not to underestimate them.
HEY STEVE! YOUR VIDEO HAS BEEN STOLEN AND REPOSTED BY SOME GUY FLOGGING HEALTH PRODUCTS! HE MUTED YOUR VOICE AND PLAYED LOUD MUSIC OVER IT TO MAKE IT APPEAR THAT YOU ARE ENDORSING THE BALL CHAIR!! HERE IS THE LINK: https://youtu.be/BBqaqH1-mms
This video is useless. It answers no questions. I don’t care about burning calories, I care about correct postures while using the ball. Cite your sources maybe? Inflate the bloody balls? Answer your own questions?
what do you think about 2 people sitting on the same ball to save office space? thanks bob & brad!
i got a 65cm ball is its at a decent height but im thinking maybe a bigger one would be better. im 6″1. should i go for the 75?
this is sad, people are using the chair and not just the ball.
You are not taking this serious enough. using the ball once or twice a week is amazing but like anything in life you must want to use it properly if you’re going to use it to get any positive results.
stand up and doing work can also be productive and healthy for some people and at certain times.
This review is sad…
next time take it serious and survey people who took it serious and got results vs people who didnt take it serious. Also use a real ball chair not just the ball.
wow
Why not instead of a stability board you try it with a pair of roller blades?
Do you recommend sitting in this ball for study for > 4 hours?
I had one of those in my office before, the air valve popped out during a Skype meeting.. it was the longest, most painful, most embarrassing whoopy cushion incident.
Go to Unflexal webpage if you’d like to learn about workouts.
By any chance did you create the standing desk? Did you make a video regarding the standing desk?
People with bad posture will always have problems regardless if it’s a $$$$$ Herman Miller chair, $ folding chair or an $ exercise ball
@o00thunderhawk00o Cool…nothing worse to be short at at a desk.
I think it’s more important that your knees are below your hips than to have your arms flat on the desk.
Hi, what size is this? I’m 5’6 and I really want to use this technique but have not idea what size of ball I would need and I need to buy it online because of my busy schedule. Can you help me? Thank you so much! ;))
Thanks for doing this, I’ve just tried sitting on a ball and I need to ensure my hips are higher so i need to pump it up so more. In saying that I was thinking about one of these chairs and I think you just explained that it’s probably not a great option. In terms of chairs do you recommend the herman miller? Is it worth the cash or should I just go a standard chair with a stand up desk for lower back concerns.
What size ball should you get for a 5’2″ person and a 5’9″ person to sit at a computer?
Thanks! When I’m not sitting at a computer I’m figure skating-great for balance.
I’m 2 1/2 months into recovering from a back sprain. Thank you for some VERY helpful advice! I have a 75cm ball and will be trying it out as a desk chair tomorrow. AND have ordered a wobble board and stability trainers to try out for my new standing desk.
Awesome video… answered all of my questions and gave me a giggle:-D
Great video on Fit ball chair. Thanks for the video
http://www.thefitnessmojo.com/wellfit-aligned-and-strong-ball-chair/
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Yep, I’ve experienced poor quality and consistency with theraband balls as well. I use their bands but not balls. Yes the big red one I’m on is a Gymnic. But I recommend a Gymnic Plus so it’s burst resistant. I’ve had that big red ball for almost 10 years.
Man, I really loved this video! I have been obsessed with trying to find a better (and healthier) computer workstation. I am a web developer so I am at a desk for long periods of time and I hate it. I tried a treadmill desk a while back for a year, and although I burned a ton of cals, it started doing me more harm than good. I suffer from Systemic Exertion Intolerance Disease (formally CFS) and it affected me badly. I am liking the idea of a standing desk but it wears me out quickly. I love that balance board idea and may give it another go hoping it will keep me alert. Terrific.
Looks like the burst resistant 85cm is a bigfoot item! OPTP has the physio gymnic 85 cm but not burst resistant. But like I said…I’ve had mine for almost 10 years.
he said, “take my ball and turn it into stool” i know, i am not 5, but it is still funny.
You guys are goofballs. Pun intended. Those balls are way too flat for one, and that reach move was retarded. The whole point is to use your core for stability, so when you reach you’re using it, not just falling over.
Swiss ball ripped out in the office. landed on my tail bone. The ball lasted 4 Months
Google routinely has guest speakers like you this would be a great thing to bring into the Corp world.
Thanks, those are good ideas to try out, i will give it a go. The balance board looks tuff
@bluebookworm33 I understand your dilemma. BEST option is a custom height workstation so you can use a 65 cm ball that would allow your feet to hit the ground. Or better yet, create a standing desk station as described in the video and layover your ball for a micro-break.
What about an ergo chair that is not a ball like this:
http://www.containerstore.com/shop/desks/deskChairs?productId=10034976
Thanks for the video. I was thinking of buying this or a similar product, but mostly because I feel like I’m having issues (as a runner) with tight hip flexors, IT bands, and just feel like this chair will be better helping to “open” my hips while sitting at my desk. Would you agree? Also, if the wheels aren’t locked, won’t that help with the twisting issue you mentioned? I would think it would allow you to turn to face someone. Thanks!
@bluebookworm33 I understand your dilemma. BEST option is a custom height workstation so you can use a 65 cm ball that would allow your feet to hit the ground.
the whole point is for the ball to be able to roll easy so u can use ur core muscles to get them stronger, that literrally removes the whole purpose of the ball…. lazy ass generation
Does the brand matter? If it does matter, what is the best brand to buy for an exercise ball?
0:44 “The problem is that this is too wobbly so that they do is they get this stand” I am considering getting this not because an exercise ball is too wobbly but because I think I need back support when sitting on an exercise ball which the chair offers but the ball does not.
Where are the sources for the studies? The ball did wonders for me.
@posturedoc yeah i returned it and just got a 75 and it feels much better. thanks
Thank you so much! I struggle with low back pain and have always heard that sitting on a ball helps. My coworker has one but after while, I too noticed that I would get uncomfortable, and feel like I slouched more. With that being said, what kind of chair would you recommend for back pain for a desk job?
Hello please help, im 185cm tall and just bought a 75cm ball, fully inflated it’s too high for my legs but with less air im at a 90 degree angle with my legs, my question is how much should i inflate the ball?
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been considering this type of chair for some time now. I work from home and the chair I currently use leaves me in pain after just sitting down for an hour. I have a lower back injury, guess I will need to keep looking for a better chair
Hi Steve,
Thank you for great video….I am thinking to purchase an 1967 design chair Ball Chair to help me to relax when I am doing my reading, what do you think about Ball Chair?
Love to hear back from you if you are not too busy.
Thanks mate
Ben
Thank goodness, as soon as I saw the first few seconds of the video I thought to myself “Just another video in which the man has no idea what he’s talking about”… Changed my mind in an instant as soon as you said “It’s too little”
Thanks for the video. Currently my work from home days and been increased to full time, and I’m looking for other chair options. I have a big red ball, but it obviously needs more air as my knees are a little too high (I’m 6’3), I’m looking for an option to increase my leg circulation (starting to become a problem now).
I only use that at home. It is a heck of an exercise machine even with the stand, even you just sitting on facing your PC. It takes so much energy and makes you exhausted if you try to use all day long. At least in my case, I have to use another chair for longer period.
But the effect is still substantial. My spine got more straight, and now I can move my body more quickly and efficiently than before in almost every situation.
And I never use the back rest while using the ball chair. The product have that feature just to make it look like a chair. Otherwise, It doesn’t make any sense. For your spine holds everything up straight you don’t need it.
I’m sitting a lot and it has given me hemorrhoids, I’ll do anything to not have more of these bastards. What’s the best chair or posture to sit in at a desk. Maybe slide a table over a bed of some sort?
Wow twisting injures your disk…WTF are these guys talking!! So every person who exercises and does the twist is now paralyzed I guess. Anyways I do agree that the chair is stupid. But you don’t mention that the ball by itself is good. Yeah ergonomics is not about health. Actually ergonomics is about comfort. So obviously the ball goes against the principle of ergonomics. Even standing up goes against, but that does not mean its good.
Its a well known fact (among people who are NOT STUPID) that a back belt that supports the back only makes your back worse. Because it takes the pressure of your back muscles and that just make it weaker and atrophy
So ergonomics is actually leading you down a slope of self destruction.
The whole point of the ball chair is NOT to lean into the back of the chair. For example if you do, it will automatically cause you to go into a slouch position. As stacy mentioned below and also plenty of reviews have mentioned that the back of the chair is there for the person to hold on to while doing certain exercises. It is a functional piece in addition to the ball itself. This ball chair is not made for people to lean back.. it’s actually aiming for the opposite.
Coming from people that are not in the best of shape for their age… Ya might want to consider their advice based on their personal fruits.
I really like this chair and find it more comfortable than a standard office chair. The ball chair keeps me sitting upright and makes it very difficult to slouch. I’ve also seen people sit on it backwards. The back of the chair is more useful when sitting backwards and as you mentioned, isn’t too useful sitting the other way since there is a large gap between the back of the chair and the back of the person sitting on it.
Hi Lori, thank you for the video. I am about to purchase a ball to sit on for at least 5 hours a day as I enrolled studies and am finding regular chairs too stiff. You have said that if we have a question about physio balls as a chair, to email you:) so I am. Please advise on how to proceed. Many thanks! D.
Thanks for this. If you are able to say, is this Gaim’s? It seems Isokinetics version pushes the lumbar support forward. Does that correct con you mentioned about having to lean back and then reach forward =slouch? I get that the lack of support is one of the pluses as far as encouraging core strength, but I think in my case I would like to have it there for occasional use. Tx again!
I have the same chair as in the video. There is no need to sit all the way back on the ball (I do use the back to hold on to, to do leg lifts, etc). It forces me to sit straight while taking the pressure off my lower back. There are all sorts of exercises you can do while sitting on it. Good points in the video on how not to use it. TIP: I have a plastic chair mat under mine. Moves freely when needed, stays put when necessary. I am 56 and think women my age who must sit in front of a computer should have one. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
I’ve been sitting at a ball chair for six months without any chair support. My legs are tired of it, though; I always feel that I am in a tense position to hold the ball stably. So I’m looking to actually buy the frame. I think it will help me relax more at the desk.
HA! I can’t believe people put the ball in a frame! If you don’t want it to move just buy a chair! WTF!
Hi ergonomics guy, what about the different sizes of balls relative to the height of desk and he length of our legs? what would be the ideal ratio or lengths? Also the stability is better achieved with the feet fingers or the full feet’s sole?
I’ve purchase some very expensive ergonomic desk chairs but due to my posture the lower back is never supported. I avoided getting a ball chair due to some negative reviews, but decided to give the Isokinetic Ball chair a try since they have a good return policy. This is the very first chair that I was able to get lower back support and remove the pressure to my legs when I sat on other office chairs. The chair cost about $75 including shipping cost as compared to $900 for a Herman Miller office chair.
The ball is better. U are engaging more muscles in your core & entire body trying to maintain your balance. Also increases circulation in your butt & thighs because there is less pressure than sitting on a chair which cuts off the circulation to the lower body.
hey what kind of wall mount you bought tell me where you bought it at or online? Please Respond
What was the name of the book you mentioned that your friend authored about sitting posture?
YAY! love the end! LOL Thanks for the fun and the great information.:D
The guy who falls from the ball looked like those people on infomercials.
Depending on what the issue is, the ball chair can work for or against you. I have sciatica and find that the ball chair relieves some of my symptoms compared to a hard office chair. Also, I like to move around in my chair and the ball chair moves easier than my expensive office chair. My hips get stiff in a regular office chair. The ball chair lets me do “figure 8’s” and other joint lubricating exercises several times throughout the day.
Thanks. I was going to buy it because I’ve lost a lot of core strength and I have a lot of back issues since getting hit by a car few years ago. This would have been a horrible purchase for me. You save me. Thank you.
Hi Corz I am so sorry for the delay in getting back to you. All the products are available on the Sittingwell website. http://Www.sittingwell.co.uk the pump is currently £4.95 and the stabiliser £20.95 here is the link directly to the page for you to find out more http://www.sittingwell.co.uk/products.asp?categoryID=10843