Lifepro Half Balance Ball Trainer - Stability Ball for Exercise, Full-Body Workouts, Home Gym, and Physical Therapy - Non-Slip Equipment for Balance Training

Definitely recommend this product. Super easy to assemble and its great quality. I use this in my workouts and absolutely love it. They also provide a guide for different exercises to try.

As a ‘young’ boomer I have to say this Lifepro Horizon Balance Ball Trainer is terrific! Older adults have to choose their workout equipment wisely due to flexibility and balance restrictions, but this exercise half ball will allow us seniors to make that decision easy. This ball is helping me improve MY health at MY pace and will make me stronger and more vibrant, in the process. I know…I did the research and have also used similar half balls in physical therapy!Here are just some of the features I’ve noticed:• The nubs have it - non slip ‘nubs’ provide a stable, textured surface to stand on• Inflation tool is the fasted hand held inflation tool around! I inflated the half ball and yoga ball in a couple minutes!• Ball is light, easy to lift and move, compact in size• Easy to follow instructions and large workout chart shows precise visuals of suggested exercises• Use with other Lifepro products and get multiple benefits – I first step onto my Lifepro Rumblex Plus Vibration Plate to loosen up my muscles and joints, then I do a short workout on my new Lifepro Horizon Balance Ball. I am amazed at how energized I feel after just a few minutes on this compact “half moon” ball!• Attach your own resistance bands for additional exercise choices – or, you can purchase these bands on the Lifepro website www.lifeprofitness.com under the Shop ---> Accessories tab.• Improves my balance, stability and flexibility - My ankles and knees already feel stronger after using this half ball only a short time! My favorite move is to place the yoga ball between my knees and slowly squat, hold, and rise again (while focusing on a picture on the wall to keep me in balance). I also like using the resistance bands to build my upper body.A few Precautions for the Boomer generation (and younger others, too):• Wear shoes, socks, or bare feet – just use caution with socks slipping on hard floors. I use my unit with bare feet or socks to get a better “feel” of the ball, on my carpeted floor.• Do be careful mounting/dismounting - position the ball near a chair or a wall to catch you if you lose your balance, especially at first! Having a chair handy is very helpful when getting up off the unit from a seated position, too.• For bad knees...step onto and off ball with your good knee first to avoid pain or instability issues. You’ll learn the best exercises for your situation.• Keep the goal in mind – your goal is to hold certain positions while forcing your muscles to be stable. I like to focus on an item on a wall in front of me. The focus helps me to stabilize myself, works like a charm.I think the Horizon Balance Ball is far above the competition due to all the reasons I stated. Plus, I love their customer service team because they’re very helpful and courteous to me...hard to find nowadays. I’m so impressed with this product and I know other boomers will feel the same. In fact, your whole family will enjoy it too! I know mine does...

This is a high quality product. The first thing I noticed was how heavy it is! It is a bit clumsy to inflate, but once you get the hang of it, it inflates very quickly. I don't care too much for the pilates ball. I have heavier toning balls that I prefer to use but perhaps I'll find a use for it. The ball comes with a hand pump, two extra plugs, and a little tool to help you remove the plug once it's securely inserted. They really thought of everything! It also comes with a poster-sized exercise guide. Finally, I wanted to clarify that any resistance bands will fit this ball. The resistance bands are supposed to be clipped on to the ball (see photo), not "threaded" as someone else mentioned. Very happy with this purchase!

The first one arrived had a problem. I could not inflate it. Immediately, I returned it and ordered a second one thinking it was a one off problem. The second one arrived just as quickly and it was easy to inflate. I like how sturdy it is which is important as I am capable of stress testing it. It is fairly heavy and it feels tough which is what I need. Those that seek to have a portable one for travel should look for something lighter. But then, I cannot imagine any one wanting to lug this around during their travel.

I bought this and had my teen inflate it. The rubber is sturdy. I use it for lunges and step ups to protect my back from doing step ups on hard surface.