Balance Ball Chair

sissy60504
sissy60504 Posts: 21 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I wanted to first get everyone's thoughts on the use of a balance ball chair. I have an office job where I sit for 9 hours a day, and commute for 2 hours per day. would this be beneficial at all?

Secondly, if so, what is a good brand to review as my current weight is 260 lbs so I need one that can support all that and then some?

Thanks
Melissa

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  • ldrosophila
    ldrosophila Posts: 7,512 Member
    I had an exercise physiologist professor who swore by his balance ball that was all he used for his office.

    He just used a regular exercise ball. They are usually weighted for something like 1000lbs.
  • rduhlir
    rduhlir Posts: 3,550 Member
    We have one here where I work, and no one uses it. I used it once, and sitting on it for hours on end caused my back issues.

    If you are looking for a more health promoting workstation, I would suggest talking to your employer about a standing workstation.
  • Arbeidslyst
    Arbeidslyst Posts: 129
    We have one here where I work, and no one uses it. I used it once, and sitting on it for hours on end caused my back issues.

    If you are looking for a more health promoting workstation, I would suggest talking to your employer about a standing workstation.

    I agree, standing Workstations are better. Get adjustable desks where you can stand or sit depending on your mood.

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