7 Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
Equipment Need: Stability Ball (a.k.a. Core ball or Swiss ball)
The advantage of using the stability ball is the activation of the core muscles during core exercise. Core muscles are the muscles that run along the trunk and torso, to include the abdominals and back muscles. These muscles work to provide stability to the spine, pelvis, and shoulders. The stability ball causes instability therefore activating the muscles of the core.
To perform this exercise place the stability ball on a flat surface. Sit on the ball and slowly walk your feet outward until the ball sits in the curve of your back. Rest your hands gently behind your head or across your chest. In one continuous motion use your abs to lift your upper back and shoulders off of the ball. Slowly lower to the starting position.
Perform 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions.
(Note: When lifting with your hands behind your head do not pull on your neck)
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