Am I pressing my luck? Stablity ball ?

[hopefull]

Okay, call me cheap, but I have been using my toddlers big ball as a stability ball. You can buy them at Wal-mart for about $2. It is the same size but a whole lot cheaper. I keep wondering if it is going to pop on me, and if it really is a good idea. My teenage daughter has used it some too. Wondering if we are pressing our luck, I don't want her to get hurt. Thanks!

Hopefull

 

[Aquajock]

IMHO, you are pressing your luck. Stability balls are constructed to be burst-resistant and are designed for adults. I'd suggest investing in one if you like stability ball work - it's a lot cheaper than the doctor's bills for an injury sustained if the thing pops.

A-Jock

 

[hippahips]

There are burst-resistant stability balls at fitness1st.com.

I bought my ball at Wal-Mart for about $13. It doesn't say burst-resistant on the box but I only use it for ab work and the floor work in PLB.

Pinky

 

[kandy_rocks]

I can see using the Walmart ball to see if you enjoy Stability Ball work, however I agree with the others that it could cost much more in the long run as it isn't designed to support adult body weight.

I purchased mine from MC Sports and it doesn't state burst resistant, but it is one of my favorite fitness equipment investments this year, at less than $20!

PS: My other faves are my High Step and my Troy Lite Barbell!

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[hopefull]

Good point! I do like stability ball work. Thanks for the feed back. Doesn't sound expensive at all when you put it in perspective.

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[Stacy]

The injury potential is all well and good, but don't forget about the crying your 2 year old will do when mommmy breaks his ball, lol!