In our image conscious society, you'll find that there are always new ways being presented to you as to how to get fit, so many in fact, that it can be hard to figure out what's really good for you and what is just going to be a drain on your pocket book and your time. The Bosu Ball is one of the newest products to hit the market, and people are grabbing up and realizing that they can change their whole attitude towards health. Whether you are simply curious or you are taking a careful look to see if the Bosu Ball can be integrated into your own home exercise routine, you'll find that there are some facts about the Bosu Ball that you should know!

What is a Bosu Ball?

To look at, a Bosu Ball is half a sphere and like the name, which stands for "both sides up," it can be used with the either the curved, dome side up, or the flat sized up. This piece of gym equipment has been making its presence felt in gyms everywhere and more and more of them are finding their way into people's homes.

What does a Bosu Ball do?

A Bosu Ball can fill many purposes in your work out. Not only does it help you work on strength, it will help you work on balance as well. Unlike pilates balls, Bosu Balls are more multi-functional. They won't roll away, and you'll find that they can be used for exercises that will target any body part that you care to work with. You'll even find that working with a Bosu Ball can help you cross-train for almost any sport. It is an excellent both as the main feature of your workout and as something that will help you with running and jumping drills.

What is a good balancing exercise for the Bosu Ball?

Start by lying face down on the Bosu Ball, domed side up. Center your pelvis and lower abdomen on the dome and keep your arms out along your body, your palms turned towards the ceiling. At this point, your legs should be straight behind you, at about shoulder width. When you exhale, bend your knees so that the soles of your feet are facing the ceiling and reach your arms back. Try to touch your toes as you hold this position for ten seconds. Then, descend to a resting position and breathe for fifteen seconds before repeating. This is a great exercise for your core and your obliques.

What's a good cardiovascular exercise for the Bosu Ball?

Once again, put the Bosu Ball flat side down on the floor. This time, stand on the dome with your feet close together, keeping your knees bent and your arms out in front of you. While keeping your upper body still, jump and land with your lower body turned to the right. Pause, make sure that you are steady, and then jump again, this time turning your lower body to the left. This lets you work on muscle control as well as flexibility and balance. Make sure that you are well planted for each jump to avoid injury.

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