31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for my needs, February 15, 2010
This review is from: GoFit 65cm Professional Stability Ball (Sports)
I have been sitting in the exact same chair at work for almost five years, and recently, my body had started to complain about it. I had the idea of sitting on an exercise ball for a large part of the day, and shopped around a little before getting this one. After three weeks of sitting on it almost 10 hours a day, I couldn't be happier. Physically, I feel much better, and the ball itself seems to be holding up extremely well. I am about 5'6", and this ball is the perfect size for me to sit on. It holds its air well, and I haven't had any issues regarding a rubbery smell (which I hear can happen with these things). I definitely recommend this.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Durable Muscle Strengthening Chair--What more do you want?, October 14, 2010
This review is from: GoFit 65cm Professional Stability Ball (Sports)
I am writing this review for those who are interested in using this ball as a chair.
REASON FOR PURCHASE
Since I sit for extended periods of time (e.g. 3 -4 hours at a time), I needed a chair that would provide excellent back support and force me to sit up straight. Sitting in folding chairs has resulted in aches to my lower back and pain to my posterior.
This ball fit that criteria to a "T".
PERFORMANCE
The ball is extremely durable, having thick walls. The ball is not slippery and retains a firm grip on a surface with a rug. I periodically bounce up and down on the ball and it has retained its shape for over a week without losing air.
RESULTS
After the past 1.5 weeks, I literally feel stronger. The first few days I felt quite sore. This can be attributed to using "core" muscles that I never strain. Now, my back feels great. As an runner, I even feel my performance has improved.
PROS
strengthens back
soft cushion does not pain behind
fun to bounce up and down
cost next to nothing when compared to a "high-end" chair that claims miracles
easily portable
CONS
your boss might not allow you to sit on it at work
if you have no balance, you may fall over (probably a rare occurrence)
ball is red NOT purple, as shown in picture
MISC
Height: 5 ft 9
Weight: Slim
Ownership: ~2 weeks
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stability Ball, December 10, 2009
This review is from: GoFit 65cm Professional Stability Ball (Sports)
I took a look at quite a few stability balls before buying this one. I wanted a ball that could handle weightlifting excercises and the use of heavier dumbbells while still feeling secure under my body. This unit fits the bill very well. It is very good quality. I had no problem pumping it up with the supplied pump. It has held the air very well since I pumped it up. The included DVD is a nice added touch for those who like to have pictured step by step instructions. There is no lasting rubber smell that I can detect. I am very pleased with this purchase. I had also followed up with GOFIT customer support prior to my purchase to get some additional information and to see how they respond, and it was a good experience. Thumbs up on this product.
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