Ball exercises are a great low-impact way to
stretch your body and keep your muscles toned. They are particularly good
for people who tend to be less flexible, and/or have back pain.
Sit-ups on the Ball
Initial Position:
Breath pattern and exercise is performed as follows:
1. Hands behind head
2. Elbows back
3. Inhale to prepare
4. Exhale- roll your butt and back along ball so the lower part of your
back is on the ball and your shoulders are slightly lifted off the ball
5. Exhale- lower down
6. Inhale- stay
7. Exhale- lift head, neck and shoulders off the ball
8. Inhale- stay
9. Exhale- lower head, neck and shoulders back down.
Repeat 10 time
On the 10th rep, walk feet back up and slowly lift your head, neck and shoulders so you are back to a sitting position on the ball.
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