- Commercial-grade exercise ball for core stability
- Super-thick walls are weight-tested for durability
- Weight-rated up to 2000 lbs.
- Includes DVD, ball plugs, pump, and exercise poster
- Size options: 55 cm., 65 cm., or 75 cm.
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Choosing the Right Size 55cm is recommended for persons 5' to 5'5'' tall 65cm is recommended for persons 5'5'' to 6' 75cm is recommended for persons 6' and taller About GoFit GoFit, founded in 1999, offers a wide variety of innovative home fitness products which use educational content to increase their effectiveness. The DVDs feature wisdom and encouragement from an impressive collection of professional fitness and nutritional experts in the areas of core training, weight resistance, and yoga. GoFit products are available worldwide and in over 3,500 stores nationally. Commercial-grade exercise ball for core stability. Super-thick walls are weight-tested for durability. Weight-rated up to 2000 lbs.. Includes DVD, ball plugs, pump, and exercise poster. Size options: 55 cm., 65 cm., or 75 cm.. Manufacturer's warranty included (see product guarantee).
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40 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:55cm|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've only had this ball for a little over a week, but I really like it. I've been doing exercise videos, one of which recommended a fitness ball. I never really liked using a fitness ball at the gym, but I decided to go ahead and get one anyway. Well, this is much better than what I used at the gym! Sturdy, good quality, and the right size (I learned that the ones I'd been using at the gym were too large). I've noticed there are questions about what size on a lot of reviews of different balls. Some people say that the "cutoff" between a 55 cm ball and a 65 cm ball is 5'3" instead of 5'6". I'm 5'3" and the 55cm ball is perfect for me. The balls I'd used at the gym look more like the "burst resistant" balls instead of the professional ones. The professional stability ball is definitely nicer. It was easy to pump up with the supplied pump too. I guess I'll report back if I have any problems with it, but thus far it looks like a very good purchase. I'm enjoying the exercises with it as the balance challenge adds an interesting element. Nice fitness ball!
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Okay I've been working out with the ball for a while now, and it's great. The only real problem is that I'd like to add more air. I've tried and tried but can't get the plug out. I can't do it with my fingernails, pliers are impossible to grip it with (and might hurt the ball anyway), sticking various items under the head of the plug hasn't worked so far. Is there a special tool I need to buy to remove the plug? I did manage to remove it once before, but over time it's become really stuck in the air. In general, that's a good thing; but for adding more air, it's difficult.
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I wrote the manufacturer and they suggested working the plug out by using 2 dimes. Or my brother-in-law did it in 2 seconds flat using a butter-knife. :) So it hasn't been a real problem. I've had the ball quite a while now, and it works great. I've done some long stability-ball exercise classes, and this is perfect for them. Very good quality.
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Okay I've been working out with the ball for a while now, and it's great. The only real problem is that I'd like to add more air. I've tried and tried but can't get the plug out. I can't do it with my fingernails, pliers are impossible to grip it with (and might hurt the ball anyway), sticking various items under the head of the plug hasn't worked so far. Is there a special tool I need to buy to remove the plug? I did manage to remove it once before, but over time it's become really stuck in the air. In general, that's a good thing; but for adding more air, it's difficult.
---- Later ----
I wrote the manufacturer and they suggested working the plug out by using 2 dimes. Or my brother-in-law did it in 2 seconds flat using a butter-knife. :) So it hasn't been a real problem. I've had the ball quite a while now, and it works great. I've done some long stability-ball exercise classes, and this is perfect for them. Very good quality.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:55cm|Amazon Verified Purchase
I recently added strength training (dumbbells & resistance bands) to my workouts, but quickly injured myself when I increased the weight. Determined not to stop completely, I looked at a sports medicine textbook which said that the key to avoiding injury is to become comfortable with a particular weight level and then to perform the exercise (using the same weight) in a less stable environment. This helps to challenge and strengthen various stabilizer muscles before moving to a higher weight level.
For this reason, I was looking for a good exercise ball to use with my strength training exercises. If you read through the reviews of other balls, you'll see the occasional story of someone who was injured when their ball burst. Most of the high-quality burst-resistant balls that I saw were too expensive, but the GoFit Professional balls seemed like a good compromise between price and quality. They have a 1,200 lb. burst rating and are slow to deflate if the ball is accidentally punctured.
I originally ordered the 65 cm. ball but this was too big (I'm 5'7"), so I sent it back and ordered the 55 cm. Deflating the 65 cm. ball seemed to take forever. This gives me a certain comfort level that I won't be doing a face-plant if my new ball punctures while exercising on it.
The 55 cm. ball is more of a reddish color than the picture shown on Amazon. The pump included with the ball is certainly adequate, but I bought an Isokinetics pump, which made short work of pumping up the ball. Fully-inflated, the ball measures a bit less than 57 cm. high.
So far, I'm very happy with this ball. It seems to be very high quality and I feel comfortable exercising on it. My one minor complaint is that it's a bit difficult to remove the plug (I use a small screwdriver) when you need to add air to the ball. The ball comes with a second plug (which I've already lost) along with an instructional booklet and a DVD. I haven't looked at the DVD yet, but other reviewers speak highly of it. One of these days, I'll get a DVD player for the old tv in the basement and maybe add this to my workout routine as well.
All in all, I recommend this ball highly. I think it's well worth the extra money to buy a ball of this quality.
For this reason, I was looking for a good exercise ball to use with my strength training exercises. If you read through the reviews of other balls, you'll see the occasional story of someone who was injured when their ball burst. Most of the high-quality burst-resistant balls that I saw were too expensive, but the GoFit Professional balls seemed like a good compromise between price and quality. They have a 1,200 lb. burst rating and are slow to deflate if the ball is accidentally punctured.
I originally ordered the 65 cm. ball but this was too big (I'm 5'7"), so I sent it back and ordered the 55 cm. Deflating the 65 cm. ball seemed to take forever. This gives me a certain comfort level that I won't be doing a face-plant if my new ball punctures while exercising on it.
The 55 cm. ball is more of a reddish color than the picture shown on Amazon. The pump included with the ball is certainly adequate, but I bought an Isokinetics pump, which made short work of pumping up the ball. Fully-inflated, the ball measures a bit less than 57 cm. high.
So far, I'm very happy with this ball. It seems to be very high quality and I feel comfortable exercising on it. My one minor complaint is that it's a bit difficult to remove the plug (I use a small screwdriver) when you need to add air to the ball. The ball comes with a second plug (which I've already lost) along with an instructional booklet and a DVD. I haven't looked at the DVD yet, but other reviewers speak highly of it. One of these days, I'll get a DVD player for the old tv in the basement and maybe add this to my workout routine as well.
All in all, I recommend this ball highly. I think it's well worth the extra money to buy a ball of this quality.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:55cm|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you search the page you will see that the professional quality balls are 10 to 15 dollars more than the simple "burst resistant" balls. In my opinion, it is money well spent. The professional ball is rated for use with weights: bench presses, inclines, flyes, etc. This 55cm GoFit ball comes with an excellent DVD. The DVD offers 3 training programs: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. The person performing the exercises on the DVD does an excellent job showing the proper form, and the individual doing the naration is very knowledgeable. The icing on the cake is the excellent booklet included with the ball. The booklet includes 36 pages of black and white photos and follows the DVD perfectly.
I should add that an air pump comes with the ball. It's adequate. I must also add that the size ball you order is determined by your height. I'm 5'6" and I find that I'm comfortable with either a 55cm or 65cm ball. If I had to choose between the two sizes, I'd go with the 65cm ball. I'm incredably happy with my purchase and have just ordered a second ball.
I should add that an air pump comes with the ball. It's adequate. I must also add that the size ball you order is determined by your height. I'm 5'6" and I find that I'm comfortable with either a 55cm or 65cm ball. If I had to choose between the two sizes, I'd go with the 65cm ball. I'm incredably happy with my purchase and have just ordered a second ball.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Perfect compliment to floor exercises
I already had the larger 65 cm version and wanted a smaller version for my reverse crunches. This smaller 55 cm version works perfectly. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ryan Fernandez
Perfect
I love this ball... It's just the right size for me. And can hold me... Its probably a bit small but it makes it a bit harder for me. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jill
Great stability ball for pregnancy!
Love this ball for pregnancy workouts! VERY durable and strong enough to put up with me and the kids rolling and bouncing on it all day long:)
Published 6 months ago by PartyOf5Mom
Great ball for weight lifting.
Ball is thick rubber and firm when fully inflated.
It took 5 minutes to inflate. (You must pump fast)
It needs air added occasionally if you like it firm. Read more
It took 5 minutes to inflate. (You must pump fast)
It needs air added occasionally if you like it firm. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Eddie
this ball is BLUE
Just so you know, this ball is BLUE, not the color depicted in the photo. Otherwise, it is heavy-duty and as advertised.
Published 12 months ago by lgl
Good Quality
The ball is made of good quality. The DVD isn't that interesting. You will need a different DVD workout for stability ball workouts. Read more
Published 13 months ago by ns12
Good piece of exercise equipment
I use this stability ball everyday. Great for doing crunches..doesn't hurt my back like doing them on the floor. I am 5'2" and it is the perfect size.
Published 15 months ago by steelermom71
Core ball
The GoFit Stability ball is a "Must Have" for every seriou Personal Trainer(PT). It is both strong and durable. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Will Hubbard
Sturdy stability ball
When I got this ball, it showed up in a dark blue color. With the included pump, it takes a long time to inflate, but the ball is sturdy and holds air well. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Almelle
Not user friendly, plus it leaks.
I have another, cheaper, GoFit ball which I like, but I wanted one of better quality. This ball is made of much thicker rubber and is way heavier. Read more
Published on May 14, 2010 by Hawkeye
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