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So… um… I jinxed the weather! It went from nice and warm to a snow storm and 15 cm of snow. Winter, I am so over you!

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Therefore, when it came to asking a question: gym or no gym? My answer was a strong: I don’t think so!

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Especially, that I’ve got a great alternative! How about a workout with a stability ball that I purchased about a month ago for situations just like this one?! BINGO!

First of all, benefits:

• Inexpensive
• Effective and low-impact core workout
• Improve posture & stability
• Muscle balance
• Increase flexibility
• Must-have if you have back or spine problems
• Great rehabilitation from back, hip and knee injuries
• Strengthen abdominal muscles

Second, I wasn’t aware *most likely beacause I am a dum-dum*, but there are actually guidelines as to how to choose the right ball! According to ACE Fit, when you’re sitting on the ball, your knees and hips should align at a 90-degree angle. You can find the following guide extremely helpful:

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Here is my take on 11 FANTABULUOUS stability ball exercises:

2 Push Up variations

Ball Pass

Standing Side-Splits with a Ball

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Frog Jump

2 types of Roll-Outs

Plank Shoulder Taps

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Back Extensions

Standing Plank

Hamstring Curls

So what are you waiting for? Let’s get started!

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Do you like trying out new exercises? What was the last time you tried something new? What’s your favorite stability ball exercise?

xoxo
Olena