The key to lose body fat is to work on abs and back muscles to make them stronger.
We do not need any special equipment to work on abs. Instead, we can use the mentioned below equipment which are commonly available in gyms that can help in adding little variety to same old crunches.
Exercise Ball:
An Exercise ball is one of the equipment, which we can use on our own. Ball Crunch is the most effective exercise for abs. We can use it while watching TV or while working on the computer for better posture. We have to choose the right size according to height.
BOSU (Both Sides Up) Balance Trainer:
It has a flexible dome and a flat platform underneath that allows standing, jumping, squatting and bouncing. BOSU is great equipment as abs and back are involved in balance and stabilization.
BOSU Ballast Ball:
The BOSU Ballast is a regular exercise ball containing weighted sand.
With help of this ball we can do a variety of exercises like crunches and some kind of squats.
Medicine Ball:
Medicine ball comes in different weights and sizes and can add a fun element while working out on abs. We can bounce it, toss it or rotate it while doing exercises.
Pilates:
It is an incredible workout for the entire torso especially for the abs. If we use it regularly we can make a difference in both strength and functionality of abs. We can modify our posture as well.
Stability or exercise balls are great at utilizing your core and balance. The ball is an unstable surface which helps target all different sorts of muscles that you would not be able to target on a stable surface like the floor. In fact, even just sitting on the ball is better for your stability muscles than sitting in a chair, but do not expect to get six pack abs by just sitting on the ball. A Stability ball will add a wide variety of workouts to keep your routine fun and enjoyable. There are many different workouts you can perform on the ball that targets your core, but also other parts of your body too. If you are pregnant, the stability ball is safe for you, allowing you to do workouts you would not normally be able to do.
Okay, so you want to buy the ball…What size should you get? There are normally 3 different sizes 55 cm, 65 cm, and 75 cm. The 55 cm ball is for people who are 5’7″ and below, the 65 cm ball is for people who are between 5’7″ and 6’2″, and the 75 cm ball is for people 6’2″ and up. You want to make sure your ball is well inflated. When you sit on the ball it should slightly dip down and be firm on the sides. Make sure you check the manufacturer’s weight limits for the ball, most max limits are 300 pounds. It is super important to know the weight limit if you are looking into lifting free weights on your exercise ball. Finally, make sure that when sitting on the ball your legs are bent at a 90 degree angle, with your knees straight above your ankles.
