February 13, 2010
What are the advantages of using a hopper space for exercise?
I was wondering if there are health benefits of the use of a space hopper regularly?! strange question, but a friend does regularly and tries to make me one to use for the year. Obviously, I do not want to waste time using if it is not very useful. What needs improvement? muscles What? Is it better balance or posture, etc.? Any help would apperciated. Thank you.
I suppose the space hopper is similar to a ball Fit Ball / Swiss and is thus very good for toning and firming because it helps you strengthen your stabiltity base balance on it. Here are some exercises you can try with it (they are made to Fit the ball) so proceed with caution. http://instantfeelgood.blogspot.com/2008/07/things-to-do-with-fitball-part-1.html
Swiss Ball Standing for Balance & Posture in MMA and Muay Thai
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