Swiss Ball

Since the 1960's, physical therapists and athletic trainers have used the Swiss ball to enhance training and rehabilitation for every level of participant. Maureen Flett, a sports physical therapist who has worked with rugby players, cyclists, and triathlon teams, presents a comprehensive approach to this aid in SWISS BALL FOR STRENGTH, TONE, AND POSTURE. Flett briefly explains the history and benefits of using the Swiss ball (also known as the gym ball or gymnastic ball), touching on its potential for improving balance, posture, strength, and other aspects of fitness. She then provides directions for the use of the ball, beginning with neutral postures and warm-ups, and then guiding the reader through a series of specific workouts that target each section of the body in turn. Flett arranges every workout in levels for the beginner, the intermediate, and the advanced, so any reader can tailor the system to his or her own level for maximum results. Sections addressing the special needs of senior citizens and of women during pregnancy add to this comprehensive handbook, with each exercise illustrated by clear, easy-to-understand photographs. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.