Is an exercise ball a good workout?

The main benefit of the exercise ball is this: It helps you exercise your pelvis, back, and abdomen muscles, often referred to as your core. Core exercises are not just about getting a 6-pack or flat tummy—a strong core is important to strengthen and stabilize your whole body.

What exercises can I do with a fitness ball?

Stability Ball Jackknife. Stability Ball Hamstring Curl. Stability Ball Deadbug. Stability Ball V-Pass. Stability Decline Push-Up. Stability Ball Wall Squat. Russian Twist. Single-Leg Stability Ball Hip Thrust.

Is exercise ball effective for weight loss?

Sitting on a ball might help strengthen your core, but it won’t help you shed significant calories. The misconception comes, in part, from studies on nonexercise activity. Fidgeting, a common example, is often cited as a way to help burn extra calories.

What should you not do on an exercise ball?

Avoid using exercise balls for physical activities involving kicking, hitting or throwing. This may cause damage that’s not immediately visible, but still increases the chance of breakage.