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A yoga ball is a very good piece of equipment to bring to a class to really step your workout up a notch.
One of the best things about a yoga ball is that there are so many different types of exercises you can perform on it. You can do abdominal crunches with your back facing towards the ball to really target those side obliques.
Due to the instability that the ball provides they will come into play considerably more than if you were just doing them lying on the ground.
You can also perform leg raises by placing the yoga ball between your leg and then brining them up and down while lying with your back on a mat. This will help to hit the lower abdominal muscles. While performing this exercise though be sure that your lower back does not come up off the floor otherwise you may begin to experience back pain.
A final suggestion for you is to place your hands on the ball, keeping your feet firmly on the floor and then perform a push-up motion. This is incredibly challenging and will not only give your chest and tricep muscles a great workout but will also really make your entire core work as well.
This inexpensive piece of equipment is a very smart choice for those who are looking for something that will give them an endless number of options. They are also very lightweight and can inflate or deflate relatively easily making them perfect for those who travel a lot or do not have a great deal of space to workout in.
When you go to the store to purchase one it is a good idea to try a few different sizes out and see what feels most comfortable for you. Additionally when you inflate it, the harder the ball is the easier the movements will be because it will be sturdier. You do not want to have it too deflated that it creates a sinking feeling but having some give is a good idea to make sure you are getting the most from your workout.
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