To correctly choose the ball, you need to know the basic requirements. The diameter of the ball can be different: 45, 55, 65, 75 and 85 cm. It is necessary to consider the basic criteria for choosing a ball for fitball.
The main criterion for sampling is the material from which it was made. It must withstand a load of 150 kg, and in addition to have a uniform dense texture. The second most important parameter is the size of the ball. It is best if the ball withstands a load of 300 kg, but except for this, when a person sits on it, a 90-100 degree angle should be formed between the head and the shin.
Thanks to this planting, the correct posture is preserved. If there is an acute angle between the thigh and the shin in the seat on the ball, then with such diseases as varicosity or arthritis, unpleasant consequences can occur, since this posture increases the load on the joints, it will also affect the pregnant women negatively. In addition, it is important to focus on growth when choosing a ball, if the height is less than 154 cm, then the diameter of the ball should be 45 cm; a man with a height of 155-169 cm will suit a ball with a diameter of 55 cm, an increase of 170-185 cm corresponds to a ball with a diameter of 65 cm; with an increase of more than 186 cm you need to stop your selection on balls with diameters of 75-85 cm.
Another important criterion for the fitting of the ball for fitball is the length of the hand:
- for a hand that is 46-55 cm long, a ball with a diameter of 45 cm is suitable;
- people with a hand length of 56-65 cm need a ball 55 cm in diameter;
- with arm length 66-68 cm - the diameter of the ball should be 65 cm;
- with a hand length of 81-90 cm you need a ball with a diameter of 75 cm.
What are the properties of the ball for fitball
Elasticity. If you gently press the ball with your hand, then the palm should bounce lightly, and do not fall into the ball and meet too strong counter-resistance. In order to check the quality of the material from which the ball is made, it is necessary to "pinch" it, if after this action the balls are formed on the ball, it can be concluded that the ball is made of low-quality material. If the ball is made of high-quality material, then it must be plastic and even after a complete blowing restore its original shape, creases on its surface should not form.
Strength. An important criterion in choosing a ball is the strength of the material from which it is made. It is due to the strength of the ball is stabilized, has springing properties, which means it is functional. To produce high-quality balls, high-strength rubber is used. Such balls are able to withstand loads from 300 kg to 1 ton. For classes with children, balls with anti-burst system ABS are best suited.
The form. If the ball is of good quality, then all the joints are practically not visible and are not felt when practicing. If the ball is of poor quality, then all the seams are visible and palpable, in addition, the gumminess and burrs, the structure is fibrous. All this indicates that during manufacturing of the ball, technological mistakes were made or the material was poorly processed.
If the ball is made qualitatively , then the nipple is securely soldered into the inside . In the classroom he does not interfere, he can rest on the carpet, without completely hurting the person who is engaged in this ball. If the ball is fake, then the nipple protrudes outward, it is often not soldered, but simply glued. The shape of the ball is unnatural, since the nipple prevents and can inflict injuries on who is using the ball.
Electrostatic properties. For high-quality balls is characteristic possession of anti-static properties, clean the surface of such a ball is very easy. As a rule, hypoallergenic environmentally friendly material is chosen for the production of a quality ball, such a ball will not cause harm to health. To the ball of a quality material does not stick to dirt and small particles of dust.
Porous surface. The ball of quality material keeps the heat, and poor quality - to the touch cold. In addition, counterfeits are often very sticky and slippery, doing such exercises on such balls is extremely difficult. Especially worth paying attention to the quality of the ball, if it is necessary to work on the child, since with a fake ball the child can not do exercises.
The color of the ball. Colors of quality balls can be different: dark, light, transparent, metallic colors, with different pictures, etc .; if the ball is false, then its color, as a rule, varies from the phosphorous-poisonous milkmaid-iridescent.
Currently, there are three producers who are engaged in making balls for various types of exercises: TOGU (Germany), LEDRAPLASTIC (Italy), REEBOK.
Choosing a fitness fitball
Fitball is one of the types of the meat, now it is becoming more popular. The person who is engaged in this occupation becomes more dexterous and his coordination of movements improves. With a fairly small load on the body, fitball gives a good result. As mentioned above, the choice of the ball is very important for playing the game. You need to know the basic requirements, which are to the ball for fitball.
Only thanks to a properly-shaped ball you can fully enjoy the practice of fitball. This vidfitness involves classes with the ball, it will have to sit, lie and perform many other exercises. Since the ball in fitbole plays the main role, it is worth paying attention to its quality. It should be remembered that the smallest load that the ball must support is 150 kg.
It should be remembered that the more weight of the one who deals with the ball, the greater the burden on the ball itself. A quality ball must hold it. The best among high-quality balls are those that are equipped with an anti-explosive system. As a rule, the presence of such a system has a special designation on the ball. For example, Anti-BurstSystem (anti-break system) or Burst Resistant Quality (anti-burst quality). On the ball, which is equipped with such a system, there are designations ABS or BRQ.
In order to choose a quality ball, you need to check it when you buy. To do this, it's enough to sit on it, you need to take a position like on a chair, to get angles of 90 degrees between the trunk and the hip, thigh and lower leg, shin and foot. If a right angle is obtained, then this indicates that the joints have an increased load. As stated above, the additional burden on joints is contraindicated to persons with a disease such as varicose veins, arthritis. Pregnancy also causes additional stress on the joints, exercises with a stumbling ball are contraindicated.
Balls for fitbola come in different sizes. In order to find the most suitable for yourself, you need to focus on your growth. It should be remembered that if the ball is picked up incorrectly, then during the lessons you can get an unpleasant injury.
The elasticity of the ball is another important parameter. It is precisely from the elasticity of envy that the load is exercised. If the ball has a high elasticity, then the load increases, in order to keep the balance on such a ball it is necessary to work, if the ball is soft, then the load is not great, but the forces are still spent. If the elasticity of the ball is increased, the muscles will train with high intensity, with the help of a soft ball, their training also takes place, but not takintensivno. The ball of medium elasticity should bend by 2-3 cm with slight pressure.
All the above criteria are mandatory when choosing a ball, the rest depends on the taste and desires, who will be engaged in it. For example, you can choose a smooth or a ball. Smooth balls are chosen for pregnant women, as well as for classes with infants. The studded ball is called a massage ball, while taking pictures, a kind of massage occurs, due to the fact that its surface is covered with small spikes. Such balls will help to relax and are the most suitable for practicing fitball.
There are balls, equipped with the holding hands. They are the most suitable for pregnant women, for those who begin to engage in fitball and for children. Thanks to the movement control knobs it is easier to coordinate, the ball becomes more "stable". Minusemakih balls is that the exercises are performed more slowly, but they help to avoid injuries.
Balls for fitball are available in a variety of colors. The color of the ball is an individual choice for everyone. Recently it has been noticed that bright coloring helps to engage more intensively, improves mood and general condition of the body. There is a category of athletes, for which it is important that the color of the ball fit the interior.
It should be remembered that the ball is needed for training, and it should be used as often as possible. In addition, be engaged on a smooth smooth surface, protect it from heating and do not store it in loose form. Compliance with these simple rules will extend the life of the ball.