5 ball exercises for weight loss and overall body improvement
The training ball is not only meant for squats; it is also excellent for core workouts. Exercises with the ball help to better target belly fat and aid in weight loss.
Ball pass
Lie on your back, holding the ball with your hands above your head, and extend your legs.
Simultaneously lift your legs and arms, and grab the ball with your hands.
Repeat, passing the ball back into your hands during the next repetition.
Ball pass (photo: eatthis.com)
Stability
Sit on the ball, walk your feet forward until your lower back rests on the ball.
Place your hands behind your head and lift your shoulders off the ball, maintaining balance.
Exercise with the ball (photo: eatthis.com)
Ball knee tucks
Start in a high plank position, placing your feet on the ball and your hands on the ground.
Bend your knees and roll the ball toward your chest. Then, extend your legs back to the starting position.
Knee tucks with the ball (photo: eatthis.com)
Knee tucks with the ball (photo: eatthis.com)
Side raise
Lie on your side of the ball for stability, keeping one hand on the ball and the other behind your head.
Then, place both hands behind your head, and lift your torso to perform a side movement, engaging your oblique muscles.
Slowly lower yourself down, repeating on the other side.
Side standing on the ball (photo: eatthis.com)
Plank for stability
Place your elbows on the ball for stability, extending your legs behind you.
Engage your core and hold the position for 30-45 seconds. Maintain stability, ensuring the ball does not shift.
Plank on the ball (photo: eatthis.com)
Mountain climbers on the ball
Place your hands on the ball and extend your legs into a plank position. Bring one knee toward your chest, then quickly switch legs.
Keep the ball stable throughout the exercise.
Exercise Mountain Climbers (photo: eatthis.com)