Pilates ball

Inflatable workout orb

A Pilates ball is a large, inflatable rubber ball used in Pilates and other exercise routines to improve core strength, balance, and flexibility.

Also called an exercise ball, stability ball, or Swiss ball.

The unstable surface engages stabilizing muscles: She did crunches on the Pilates ball.

Related

Swiss · yoga · stretch · deep breathing · bounce · inflate · rubber · round · gym · home gym · fitness · physio · physical therapy · abs · pelvic floor · tone · posture · office chair

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Opposites
exercise equipment weight/resistance type

Pilates ballmedicine ball

Heavy ball for training

kettlebell · dumbbell · barbell · weight plate · battle ropes

stability vs. fixed surface

Pilates ballweight bench

Padded gym seat for lifting

solid block · yoga block · flat ground

exercise modality

Pilates ballboxing gloves

Padded handwear for pugilism

punching bag · jump rope · power rack · weightlifting belt · squat rack

Family

ball, balls, balled, balling

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G