Download or read book Fitness on the Ball written by Anne Spalding and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2010 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exercise balls have steadily become more popular since they were first introduced, for two good reasons: They're fun and they work! People who are on the ball find themselves rolling toward improvements in strength, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory fitness. Authors Anne Spalding and Linda Kelly published a version of this book just for kids, but they've done extensive research and discovered adults like to have fun, too--and stand to benefit just as much as kids in using exercise balls. So the authors expanded this new book to include exercises and information for instructors and participants of all ages and included activities that can be used not only in school gymnasiums and classrooms but in exercise facilities, workplaces, and homes as well. This book features the following material: -A CD-ROM that includes an image bank, reproducibles, activity sheets, assessments, lesson plans, a glossary of terms, and other teachers' tools -An expansion from K-5 to all ages -Photos, illustrations, and anatomical drawings depicting the muscles as they are being worked in the five core activities -Information and suggestions for using the exercise balls in adapted physical education The exercises are easy to follow and well illustrated, making this a practical and user-friendly resource. Not only will you be equipped to do or teach the over 110 exercises included in the book, but you'll also receive valuable advice on managing your equipment and classes to help you--and your participants--get the most out of your program. And the expansion of this book to include all ages makes it perfect for schools, fitness centers, YMCAs, and wherever fitness is valued--even at home. Fitness on the Ball is presented in three parts: Part I focuses on the basics of using the exercise ball, including safety issues, social and emotional challenges, and management of the ball. Part II features over 110 exercises that you can do on and with the ball, including exercises for core strength, balance, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. Part III explores the latest research on the impact of physical activity on the brain and also explains how to use exercise balls in a variety of settings, including gyms, classrooms, workplaces, and homes. So if you want to get on the ball and take a step toward a healthier lifestyle--and lead participants in doing so as well--this is the book for you! With its well-researched information, its teacher-tested lesson plans and exercises, its visual format, and its wealth of tools, Fitness on the Ball is a sure hit, no matter what group you lead or setting you are in.
Download or read book Ultimate Core Ball Workout written by Jeanine Detz and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2005-06-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From shapely abs to the "Pilates Powerhouse," core strengthening has become the main focus for today's exercise enthusiasts. Now, Ultimate Core Ball Workout takes core training to a higher level with its on-the-ball variations of traditional mat exercises. The unique benefits of ball training enable the program in Ultimate Core Ball Workout to produce better results in less time. Any crunch will work the abs, but this book's crunch on the ball simultaneously engages the stabilizing muscles of the abdomen and lower body, working more muscle and producing a more sculpted midsection faster. The exercises outlined in this book are suitable for all levels, from beginner to fitness professional, and the photo sequences and clearly written captions teach proper techniques. Offering more than just good-looking abs, the program in Ultimate Core Ball Workout produces numerous health and fitness benefits, including a stronger, more supportive back, improved posture, better performance in sports, and even more enjoyable sex. Plus, each exercise is presented with tips and modifications to increase the challenge so readers can continue to improve and get stronger over time.
Download or read book Get in Shape with Exercise Ball Training written by Julie Schoen and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Beyond Basic Training written by Jon Giswold and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2005-03 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated guide for men incorporates Pilates, yoga, and stability ball techniques, encouraging readers to define and meet personal goals with routines set at three conditioning levels.
Download or read book Exercise Balls For Dummies written by LaReine Chabut and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-05-06 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to shape up or lose weight, get on the ball! It’s inexpensive. It’s something you can do at home. It’s effective! However, unless you have a personal trainer, using the exercise ball correctly to get maximum results can be tricky. That’s where Exercise Balls For Dummies comes in. You’ll discover how to turn an ordinary workout into a super workout that builds strength, increases flexibility, and sculpts a great-looking body. The book includes: Step-by-step details on using exercise balls in your regular workout program Tips on selecting and maintaining equipment Illustrated exercises covering a complete muscle workout: shoulders and upper back; biceps, triceps, and forearms; chest abdominals and lower back; legs and hips: flexibility in general Specific applications for Pilates, weight training, stretching, and aerobic exercise Mat workout routines Admitted couch potatoes can start at the beginning; fitness fanatics can jump right in and integrate the exercise ball into their routines. Exercise Balls For Dummies was written by LaReine Chabut, a fitness model, actress, and writer who owns a women’s workout spa and stars in workout videos. Of course, she makes it look easy!
Download or read book Get in Shape with Exercise Ball Training written by Julie Schoen and published by . This book was released on 2013-06-12 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are You Ready To Get In The Best Shape Of Your Life? No Gyms Or Expensive Equipment Required!Author and fitness guru Julie Schoen will show you how to use the exercise ball to work all the right muscles so that you can achieve a long, lean, and toned body in record time. These fun and intense workouts prevent you and your muscles from getting bored. It's the fastest most effective workout you've ever done!Schoen's realistic 10, 20, and 30-minute workout plans will help you get in the best shape of your life. After having a baby less than a year ago, Schoen is living proof that these workouts really do work! Filled with detailed instructions and helpful photos, Get In Shape will make sure that you are satisfied with the results.Discover The 30 Best Exercise Ball Workouts To:* Tone Your Core* Tighten Your Legs* Sculpt Your Arms* Increase Total Strength* Help You Burn Fat Faster Than Ever!Don't waste your time and money with workouts that don't get the job done! Buy this edition of Get In Shape today and get started on your best body now!BONUS! Don't miss out on killer workout jam mixes included in the book! They're almost as awesome as you...
Download or read book Exercise Ball for Beginners written by Chrissie Gallagher-Mundy and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2004 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exercise balls have grown in popularity at the gym since they were first introduced in the 1960s, and now Exercise Ball for Beginners brings this fun, versatile workout home. The newest addition to the HarperResource popular stand-up series features exercises designed to target specific muscle groups. The exercise ball workout builds strength and flexibility, relieves tension, and improves balance and coordination. Important safety information is also included. Exercise Ball for Beginners features step-by-step instructional photos and a unique hands-free design.
Download or read book Fitness Ball written by Olivia H. Miller and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2011-04-29 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One tool, fifty exercises for strength and balance—an excellent fitness resource from the author of Healthy Back. This e-book of toning techniques uses one simple and versatile tool—the fitness ball—and provides fifty ways to help tone and strengthen core stabilizers and maintain balance. First used in physical therapy to build resistance and regain strength in particular parts of the body following injury, fitness balls have rolled into the mainstream as popular and effective tools for muscle conditioning and for enhancing any overall fitness program. You’ll have a ball!
Download or read book Medicine Ball Workouts written by Brett Stewart and published by Ulysses Press. This book was released on 2013-07-30 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Details medicine ball exercises for beginners and advanced athletes.
Download or read book Fitness for Everyone written by Louise Green and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-12-29 with total page 765 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exercise book for every "body"! No matter who you are or what body type you have, there's the perfect exercise waiting for you in this incredible exercise guide. You want to get into shape but feel limited by your weight, age, or ability. You want to workout but think that the exercises seem too difficult. You're looking for a workout routine that is simple, flexible, and effective. If this sounds familiar, then Fitness for Everyone is perfect for you! Inside the pages of this motivational exercise guide, you'll find: - 50 exercises that have modifications for every body type - Step-by-step instructions showing you how to do each exercise - 10 fitness routines for specific physical and mental benefits - Expert advice on how to incorporate fitness into your everyday life Personal trainer and fitness coach, Louise Green, is on a mission to change the way we think about exercise! Gone are the days of restricted eating programs and high-intensity training workouts that are unsustainable in the long term. This book will show you how fitness can benefit your daily life - no matter your shape, size, age, or ability. Whether you've been working out for years or you're just getting started, you'll find something new, challenging, and exciting throughout the pages of this self-help book. The exercises included have variations for people of all body types and abilities. From pushups and burpees to planking and tricep dips, you'll soon start saying, "I can do every exercise in this book!" Yes, You Can Exercise! This inspirational book will empower you, motivate you, challenge you, and change you. It's your opportunity to reconnect with mind and body to enjoy the many benefits of an active lifestyle, physically and mentally. All you have to do is turn the page and start your journey!
Download or read book Swiss Ball Core Workout written by Declan Condron and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-05 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use a Swiss ball to strengthen your core muscles, lose weight, and develop a more perfect body. Choose from three progressively challenging fitness levels, each including four or five workouts that use a Swiss ball, light dumbbells, and ankle weights. Target your routine furhter by selecting either the muscle toning or weight-loss track that's provided for each workout. You'll love the fantastic results that can be achieved at your own pace.
Download or read book The Total Gym Ball Workout written by Steve Barrett and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2011-11-21 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate 'one stop' guide to using this bestselling piece of equipment - not just in the gym but at home too. Practical and easily accessible, The Total Gym Ball Workout is perfect for the fitness enthusiast or fitness professional who wants to lightly improve their knowledge and heavily improve the range of exercises they can use in their training. Tried and tested exercises are accompanied by clear photos and illustrations presented in a modern and logical way. The Total Gym Ball Workout is brimming with ideas for using this popular piece of fitness equipment. Packed with clear and easy to use exercises, this how-to reference book also provides adaptations of basic and advanced exercises making it ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their fitness gear. - Each exercise idea is organised by fitness level and includes follow-up and extension ideas. - Written in a jargon-free and concise style, this book is light on the science and background, heavy on practicality.
Download or read book Medicine Ball Workouts written by 14 Peaks and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-04-25 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are using a medicine ball for CrossFit, strength training or to get ultimate fitness Medicine Ball Workouts has you covered. Each of the 30 medicine ball exercises shows you a breakdown of primary and secondary muscles targeted, step-by-step instructions and tips to get the most from each exercise (medicine ball exercises ). Included is an 8 Week Workout Plan with a recovery week placed into the schedule. The only equipment needed for these workouts is your body and a medicine ball. These workouts were strategically designed by Samantha Pankey certified personal trainer, USA Rugby Player and USA Level 200 coach who attended the American College of Sports Medicine. Within this book, you will find out the benefits of working out with the medicine ball, an overview of the best brands, 30 step-by-step medicine ball exercises and an 8 week workout plan. This book works great with the brands Amazonbasics, Valeo, J/fit, Yes4all, Sports Research, TRX training, Go Fit, Fit Deck, Milliard, CAP Barbell and Champion Sports. It is also available in Kindle editions and paperback editions and can be combined with your Amazon prime order. Get the ball rolling down the path to ultimate health. Exercise: Medicine Ball
Download or read book Working On the Ball written by Jane Clapp and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2006-03 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This no-excuses fitness plan is the first to tackle the challenges of office workers who want to lose weight, get fit, improve posture, and combat stress--without ever leaving the comfort of their desk. People today are spending more time at work and less time being active, whether by sitting in front of a computer all day or in a car battling grueling traffic--or both! Working on the Ball solves this problem by providing an innovative, playful approach to fitness, no gym shoes or expensive club membership required. Authors Jane Clapp and Sarah Robichaud, both fitness professionals, don't take themselves--or readers--too seriously. They offer a fun, reasonable routine that any office worker can follow from day one. Hour by hour, the authors take readers through a full day of 'active sitting,' using a stability ball as a chair, and provide guidance for making healthy choices in the workplace. Also included are photographs to help illustrate each exercise and plenty of encouragement, motivation, and coaching. The authors even offer tips on after-work stress management and other health subjects. Among the book's topics are: * evaluating your posture * choosing a ball * stability ball safety * avoiding eye strain and "brain drain" * desk setup * healthy snacking Working on the Ball makes a great gift or a quick pick-me-up for oneself.
Download or read book Pilates on the Ball written by Colleen Craig and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2001-09-01 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique and exciting synthesis of two highly acclaimed fitness techniques: Pilates Method and the Swiss exercise ball. • Non-impact Pilates exercises on the ball can be adapted for all levels of ability, from fitness trainers and weekend athletes to those healing from injury or chronic back pain. • Shows how to practice Pilates techniques without expensive equipment. • Profusely illustrated with black-and-white photographs for maximal learning. The Pilates Method of body conditioning is a highly effective workout technique that strengthens the body while engaging the mind. Developed in the early twentieth century by accomplished boxer and gymnast Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Method aligns the body; builds long, lean muscles; and develops core abdominal strength. Many lifestyle and fitness magazines have named Pilates the hottest workout of the decade. In a first-of-its-kind fusion, Pilates on the Ball merges the principles and exercises of the highly effective Pilates Method of body conditioning with the unique functions of the exercise ball, used by Olympic coaches, dancers, and athletes to fine-tune body awareness and enhance physical performance. The ball magnifies the benefits of the carefully developed and refined Pilates Method. Because maintaining balance on the ball recruits the deep, stabilizing muscles of the spine, the postural muscles are strengthened. The ball intensifies athletic performance by increasing resistance and heightening awareness of how the body moves in space. Chapters detail the Pilates principles step by step, with successive movements to challenge all levels of ability and "watch points" for careful evaluation of your form. Intense enough to engage seasoned athletes yet accessible enough to use as an everyday exercise routine or to alleviate chronic pain, Pilates on the Ball builds strong bodies and engaged minds.
Download or read book The Core Workout written by Joanne Elphinston and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book PowerSculpt written by Paul Frediani and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2003-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exercise ball program designed for women offers workouts for every fitness level and includes tips and techniques for building strength, burning calories, and improving flexibility.
