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Usage Instructions

4A

•  This ball is not a toy; keep out of reach of children. If allowing 

young children to use it for exercise purposes they must have 

constant adult supervision.
•  Do not use the ball as a flotation device. 
•  Never allow pets near the ball. 

INFLATION/DEFLATION INSTRUCTIONS       

WARNING: Serious bodily injury may result from a fall if inflation 

and deflation instructions are not carefully followed. Exercise balls 

may deflate rapidly from the effects of improper handling.

TO INFLATE BALL

       

WARNING: DO NOT OVER INFLATE THE BALL
•  DO NOT inflate your exercise ball when the room temperature is 

greater than 90°F / 32°C 

OR

 less than 65°F / 18°C.

•  DO NOT use an air compressor to inflate the ball; air compres-

sors blow cold air that could expand after returning to room 

temperature.  
•  Only inflate your ball with the pump included with this product 

or a bicycle-type hand pump using the threaded nozzle provided. 
•  Remove the ball plug if it is already inserted in inflation valve.
•  Inflate the ball with the pump to approach the size of 1/2 

inflation. Let sit overnight (approximately 10-12 hours).
•  Resume inflating your ball to the correct size: wrap a flexible 

measuring tape around the circumference of the ball. inflate the 

ball until it is the correct size shown in the Ball Measurement 

Chart on the following page, indicating that it is fully inflated.
•  Remove the pump/nozzle and insert the ball plug into the air 

valve to make sure no air will escape from the valve. 
•  Be sure the valve plug is fully inserted to seal the valve closed. 

Usage Instructions

5A

•  The ball should not be inflated greater than the size specifica-

tion for your ball’s maximum inflation size. 
•  After the ball is inflated, measure the ball periodically to verify 

it has remained at the correct dimension. When measured around 

the center of the ball, the circumference should be as follows: 

DO NOT use the ball if it is over inflated or expanded to a size 

greater than the correct size.

TO DEFLATE BALL

WARNING: DO NOT use a sharp instrument to remove the plug. 
•  Simply remove the plug and press on ball to help let the air out 

until it is deflated.

 

Diameter: 

Circumference: 

 

 

(around center of ball)

 55cm ball (22 inches)   

172cm (68 inches)

 65cm ball (26 inches)   

204cm (80 inches)

 75cm ball (30 inches)  

235cm (92 inches) 

Ball Measurement Chart

Summary of Contents for Stability Ball

Page 1: ...on of GoFit LLC Training Manual Brook Benten M Ed ACSM HFS F E AT U R I N G P R O F E S S I O N A L T R A I N E R S T A B I L I T Y B A L L Read all information before use Serous injury or fatality may occur This guide is intended to be used with the accompanying DVD Develop a well rounded fitness plan with companion products and instructional content from GoFit Shop select retailers worldwide or ...

Page 2: ... in relation to such participation and you agree to the terms of these Warnings and Disclaimers The models depicted in this program are well trained athletes and only you and your doctor can assess whether you are suited for the exercises and or diets depicted in the program e g you may have pre existing injuries or other condi tions that make the exercises or diets depicted inappropriate for you ...

Page 3: ...e it or repair it Inflate your ball only as described in the instructions that follow Improper inflation may cause damage to your ball Weight exerted on the ball should not exceed the weight rating printed on the ball package This weight rating is based on static weight capacity You should never bounce on or fall onto the ball Exercises should be done in a slow and controlled manner This ball is not...

Page 4: ...n Let sit overnight approximately 10 12 hours Resume inflating your ball to the correct size wrap a flexible measuring tape around the circumference of the ball inflate the ball until it is the correct size shown in the Ball Measurement Chart on the following page indicating that it is fully inflated Remove the pump nozzle and insert the ball plug into the air valve to make sure no air will escape f...

Page 5: ...uc tion please refer to the included DVD Perform 2 3 sets of 12 16 repetitions per exercise accord ing to your level of ability Repeat this workout 2 3 times per week with at least 24 hours between sessions BASIC CRUNCH Allow the hips to fall into the ball The further you walk your heels out the easier your crunch will be You can make adjustments at anytime during your exercise OBLIQUE CRUNCH Wrap...

Page 6: ...r forward PIKE This is an advanced exercise for a more intermedi ate exercise do not raise your pelvis as high LUNGE BACK To make this exercise more challenging you may lunge further back However do not sacrifice form be sure the knee of your front leg tracks over the ball of your foot not allowing it to move too far forward over your toes Never sacrifice proper form Breathe Your muscles need oxyg...

Page 7: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 2 Oblique Crunch Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 3 Reverse Crunch Finish Start ...

Page 8: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 4 Hip Bridge Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 5 Single Leg Hip Bridge Finish Start ...

Page 9: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 6 Hamstring Curl Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 7 Single Leg Hamstring Curl Finish Start ...

Page 10: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 8 Back Hyper Extension Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 9 Reverse Hyper Extension Finish Start ...

Page 11: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 10 Push Up Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 11 Tuck Finish Start ...

Page 12: ...STABILITY BALL Training Manual 12 Pike Finish Start STABILITY BALL Training Manual 13 Lunge Back Finish Start ...

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