For the harmonious development of the baby, as is known, it is necessary to improve his motor activity. Therefore, almost from birth, it is recommended to regularly hold massages and gymnastics. Kids love to play with the ball, but it's a little later ... And what if this treasured ball is turned into an excellent trainer?
The ball from birth or fitball for babies is an early fitness for your crumbs, and also an excellent simulator. I note that fitball - one of the most popular areas in fitness, which can be used from birth.
Fitball is a large colored ball, a Swiss invention. Interestingly, this fashionable "trainer" was developed by Swiss physiotherapist Susan Kleinfogelbach back in the 50s of the XX century for rehabilitation gymnastics for patients with cerebral palsy. And the result of the use of the fitball surpassed itself. The stunning results of the impact of the ball on various body systems were obtained.
Why do you need a ball from birth, so called a fitball for a baby?
- Classes on a large ball, first of all, develop the vestibular apparatus of crumbs, and also strengthen the muscles of the back and the general tone.
- The rocking on the ball soothes and relaxes the baby. I will say from my own experience that fitball literally "saved" us from the vagaries of the daughter. Several times a child even fell asleep on this miracle ball!
- The kid as it makes a "passive" swimming, like swimming in my mother's tummy.
- Vibration on the ball creates a kind of analgesic effect.
- Due to the employment of fitball, the muscles of the abdomen relax. This helps to improve digestion, which in turn, helps to reduce colic.
How to choose the right ball
The most optimal size of the ball for training with the baby is 75 cm in diameter. Firstly, such a ball can be used by all family members, and, secondly, the child is better placed on the ball more. The ball you choose should be quite strong, elastic, with almost unnoticeable seams when connecting parts, have electrostatic properties. The nipple should be perfectly sealed inside and not interfere with the exercises. There are balls with anti-explosive system (ABS-Anti-Burst System), which is especially important when dealing with children. Therefore, I advise you not to save on the ball and buy it in specialized sports stores. The leading manufacturers of gymnastic balls are TOGU (Germany), LEDRAPLASTIC (Italy), REEBOK. Not bad proved to be the balls of the manufacturer TORNEO.
Let's Get Started
Occupations fitbolom with a baby can begin to be carried out from the age of two weeks. The first "training" should be short. You and your baby should get used to the ball. Please note that the time for training should not be selected earlier than 40 minutes after feeding.
I recommend classes to spend under pleasant rhythmic music. First, put the puppy on the ball with his belly down. Keeping the crumb, shake it forward-backward, right-left and in a circle (watch). Do not hurry! All movements should be smooth and cautious. But do not worry, because your anxiety can be transmitted to the baby. A similar exercise is done by turning the babe on the back.
Relaxing and soothing effect has an exercise "spring" - springing movements down / up, short, soft, jerky. This exercise can be done, like the previous one, and on the back, and on the tummy.
These are basic exercises that are suitable for both the youngest and older children.
Now consider the exercises for sedentary and walking babies.
The wheelbarrow. The child lies belly down, leaning his hands on the ball. You raise your legs, as if you have a wheelbarrow in your hand.
"Aircraft" . The baby lies alternately on the right, then on the left side. The adult keeps the child by the lower leg and forearm, making several times rolling left and right. The exercise is complex, requiring certain skills.
A kid can be pushed on the ball so that he tries to walk along it. You can also sit on the fitball, vibrating on it. It all depends on your imagination! Senior children can hug the ball with their hands. Well, of course, the ball can be used as a toy: to throw each other, roll on the floor.
Summing up
Proceeding from the above, you probably do not doubt the benefits of the ball since birth or fitbola for babies. This is not only useful, but also a fun simulator! It is very useful for children with neurological problems, such as hyper- or hypotension, or orthopedic pathologies (torticollis, hip dysplasia). That's only in these cases, you need to instruct a specialist.
Thus, going to the store for another toy for your child, select a large bright ball. I guarantee, you will not regret!