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Isokinetics Balance Ball Chair with Choice of 52cm Ball and a Pump

Friday, April 9th, 2010

Isokinetics Balance Ball Chair with Choice of 52cm Ball and a Pump




Isokinetics Ball Chairs are the same chairs sold by others, only at a manufacturer direct price. No middleman means no need to pay more! And, we provide all of our chairs with a 1 year guarantee. As an additional bonus, we provide an exclusive exercise ball measuring tape that takes the guesswork out of inflating your ball. Sitting on an exercise ball while at home or work promotes flexibility, coordination, motor skills, core strengthening, and balance. Your body, when positioned on top of an exercise ball, is constantly making small adjustments, often imperceptible, to remain balanced and thus is constantly exercising a large group of muscles in doing so. By strengthening your body’s core muscle group you help improve your posture, have better balance and guard against back injuries. It may take time before your body becomes accustom to sitting on an exercise ball, since your core muscles may not have gotten much exercise previously. Start by using it 10 to 15 minutes a day and gradually work your way up. If you have had back problems or injuries, make sure to consult your physician or therapist first. Note: We provide a small pump for free for you to have a way to inflate your ball. However, exercise balls require a lot of air and it will take a lot of pumping with the free pump. So, you may want to consider purchasing at this time a high volume air pump, especially if you use exercise balls a lot or have other things you often inflate, like pool toys or air mattresses.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Not the best chair in the world, but your butt doesn’t go numb!
Not a lot to it. It’s a ball chair… nothing more, nothing less. Keeps good posture, light and compact.

5 Stars Ball
The service was out of this world. Great service.

Thanks, Don of Las Vegas

5 Stars balance ball chair
…Absolutely love it…the balance ball is such a wonderful addition to the home gym - and now to have the ability to stabilize it… plus set it on rollers for you’re home office….WOW! You never know…ya’ might just start seeing these chairs rolling around in gyms soon…Isokinetics Balance Ball Chair - with Choice of 52cm Ball and a Pump

3 Stars ball chair
I received the ball chair very quickly. It works “OK.” The biggest issue I had with it was that it took forever to inflate the ball and the locks on the chair constantly lock even if you have in the unlock postion. Other then that it serves its purpose. I do still find that I slouch in it - and the back rest does nothing.

4 Stars Everything is true
I purchased this chair about 4 months ago. Everything written about the chair is true, both good and bad. The chair is comfortable but not for long stretches of time. Your butt starts to hurt after about 1/2 hour. The chair moves easily and smoothly but is does creak. I am about 260 so I am assuming that the excess weight causes the creaking. I do feel that my core has been strengthened due to using the chair. My back hurts less and my posture is better.

Overall I would say that the chair is worth the price. For me, I can live with the negative features.

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Gaiam Balance Ball Chair Black

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

Gaiam Balance Ball Chair Black




The Gaiam Balance Ball Chair, developed under the consultation of a chiropractic pioneer Dr. Randy Weinzoff, greatly alleviates the aching back/legs/arms syndrome that comes from working at a desk for hours. Designed for people between 5-feet and 5-feet 11-inches tall, this unique “chair” employs the same balance ball used in your workout routine, but with it you also get an adjustable support bar, easy-glide casters, an air pump, and a desktop guide to help keep you moving. Designed by leading health and fitness experts, Gaiam back-care solutions build a healthier back, relieve pain, and improve your overall well being.

The Balance Ball Chair is an effective tool for strengthening core muscles and improving spinal alignment.

The height of the back of the chair is 2.5 feet tall, and the base measures 20 inches wide from one side of the wheels to the other. The chair comes with 2 locking casters and 2 regular ones. The locking casters go on the back of the chair. Some assembly is required. The chair measures 21 x 31 x 22 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 13 pounds. It has a 300-pound weight capacity.

About Gaiam
Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earth’s resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products.

Gaiam’s goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect people’s lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam’s strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customers’ needs with meaningful solutions.

The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words Gaia (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and I am reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.

What’s in the Box?
Gaiam Balance Ball chair, air pump

Special Note:
A new ball will not be able to inflate to its full capacity initially. After a few hours, the ball will be more pliable and you can add more air at that time.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great chair!
Love this product, it was easy to assemble, doesn’t take up too much space (about same size/slightly smaller than standard office chair) it’s sturdy and great for exercising. Came with a handy booklet on exercises you can do using the chair.

5 Stars Gaiam Balance Ball Chair
I purchased this chair for my home office. I love it so much, I am considering purchasing one for my work office. One suggestion, make sure you FULLY inflat the balance ball; it will make a difference in how you sit.

2 Stars Small
If you see the girl in the Picture at the desk it looks nice but, to a normal desk your seting on the ground and your head is all thats over top the desk, so if you like type with your hands over your head its fine.

4 Stars Good, but short.
I’m 5′9″ and found this to be too short for me. Fotunately, I already had a larger exercise ball that I used instead of the ball that came with the chair — this works.

I do think it’s overpriced.

2 Stars Gaiam Balance Ball Chair
I had been sitting on a yoga ball for the last 6 months but I really wanted to order the Gaiam Balance Ball Chair. After sitting just on the yoga ball, the Gaiam Balance Ball Chair did not work as good. I would recommend just getting the ball and skipping the chair.

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The Firm Stability Ball 55cm

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

The Firm Stability Ball 55cm




Simple, versatile, and fun to use, The Firm Core Stability Ball is designed to challenge your balance, stability and flexibility through various low-impact exercises and movements. Included with the package is a 30-minute core training video that guides you through a variety of techniques that you can adapt to your training, stretching, rehabilitation or other workout routines. The ball is made of tough, burst-resistant plastic, a special material that resists tearing and, if punctured, deflates safely and gradually. Available in several fashionable colors, the 55-centimeter ball is sized for users measuring between 4 feet, 8 inches and 5 feet, 3 inches. Pink. 55cm Ball.

  • Simple, fun, and versatile
  • Designed to improved balance, stability, and flexibility
  • Includes 30-minute training DVD
  • Made of tough, burst-resistant plastic
  • Includes balance ball, pump, and DVD

    • User Ratings and Reviews

    5 Stars Solid, durable product.
    I bought this ball to use as a chair, and I’ve been very pleased with it. I’m a big guy in a house that frequently has a lot of kids, and the ball has held up extremely well to heavy usage.

    5 Stars Great at home exercise.
    This ball and video were a great way to get a trimming work out without having to go all the way to the gym on days with little motivation.

    2 Stars Deflated before we got a chance to use it
    This was a disappointing purchase because the ball deflated before we had a chance to even try it out. We don’t know how it happened but there was a small cut on the side so it’s anything but durable. When I called the Firm’s customer service to report the problem, they said they couldn’t help me, that I’d have to call Amazon because I didn’t buy the ball from them directly. All I wanted was a patch but, again, they couldn’t help me. Amazon came through as always, providing a return label and a complete refund. I would recommend buying a real physio gymnic ball as we’ve had one for eight years by SkillBuilders and it still looks like new.

    1 Star Not What I Was Expecting
    When I was reviewing my order online it looked great, even had a 97% rating. When I got the work out ball the pump was missing the needle and the whole on the ball to pump it up was also missing a piece. No matter what I tried there was no way I could pump up the ball, so this was just a waste of money.

    5 Stars Makes a great chair
    I use this as my desk chair at my computer at home. My back feels much better since I made the switch. And it is easy to take a quick stretch break while you are working.

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    Gaiam Exclusive Balance Ball Chair

    Sunday, April 4th, 2010

    Gaiam Exclusive Balance Ball Chair




    AS SEEN IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL!

    A Gaiam exclusive, the balance ball chair combines exercise and fitness with comfort and ergonomic back support for an affordable price. With chiropractic pioneer Dr. Randy Weinzoff, Gaiam developed this patented BalanceBall Chair as an effective tool for strengthening core muscles and improving spinal alignment. Alleviates the aching back/legs/arms syndrome that comes from working at a desk for hours. Designed for people between 5-feet and 5-feet 11-inches tall, this unique “chair” employs the same balance ball used in your workout routine, but with it you also get an adjustable support bar, easy-glide casters, an air pump, and a desktop guide to help keep you moving. Designed by leading health and fitness experts, Gaiam back-care solutions build a healthier back, relieve pain, and improve your overall well being. The height of the back of the chair is 2.5 feet tall, and the base measures 20 inches wide from one side of the wheels to the other. The chair comes with 2 locking casters and 2 regular ones. The locking casters go on the back of the chair. Some assembly is required. The chair measures 21 x 31 x 22 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 13 pounds. It has a 300-pound weight capacity. Made in Taiwan.

    TESTIMONAL:
    Love this chair! Date: December 29, 2008

    “I bought the chair to use at work to help with balance. WOW! I love it!! Helps not only my balance but my posture by forcing me to sit up straight. Both my job-share co-worker and I think it is the best chair ever! Only problem was getting my husband to give it back so I could actually bring it into the office. He borrowed it to “try” in his home office and had a hard time giving it up. I told him to order his own;)” - Nonnie, Reedsburg, WI.

    User Ratings and Reviews

    5 Stars balacne ball chair
    glad I finally gave in and bought this. really helping my posture and my back. you do need to move between this and an office chair for a while in order to get use to it but that takes maybe a week.

    5 Stars I LOVE this chair
    I love this chair! I’ve tried others ranging from as much as $800 and this ball chair is the only one that keeps my neck, shoulders and back happy. I Got this to help with my posture while sitting at the computer all day–love it!! Helps tilt your pelvis so your spine stacks over the pelvis instead of all slumpy. I feel more alert when sitting up straight, and can lift my collarbones and move shoulders back and feel even better!

    3 Stars Purchased directly from Gaiam
    I purchased this balance ball chair (black base with sage ball) directly from Gaiam and I’m pleased with it so far.

    The chair is not height adjustable so if you are over 6″ (according to the manufacturer) you might find this chair a little low for you. I am 5′2″ and my desk is a little tall but this chair was perfect for me. Co-workers have tried it out ranging from me height over 6″ and although they all think it’s “weird” but “comfortable” they haven’t tried it at their desks so I can’t really comment on the height recommendation.

    The chair needs to be assembled when you get it. You will have a back, a base, four legs, a couple hand tightened screws, a couple wrench tightened screws, a deflated ball, a ball pump, a metal rod that pops in to hold the ball in place and a wrench in your box.

    Pumping up the ball took the longest but the chair assembly took maybe 6 minutes and it’s solid when put together and extremely light weight as it’s made of hollow molded plastic.

    Two of the wheels have locks on them and the wheels simply pop into the base. You don’t need to be a mechanic to put this thing together.

    When assembled I found that you can lock the wheels with your feet easily which was a plus so you don’t have to bend over to unlock and lock the wheels if you need to roll around.

    The ball is comfortable and it holds the heat from the space heater under my desk… which was a nice perk! :)

    Depending on how you sit on this thing the back rest is not comfortable. It would have been nice if Gaiam had a thin pad on the backrest as it’s hard plastic but overall it’s not that big of a deal if you are sitting up straight and not resting your weight on the back rest.

    The chair also comes with a small booklet of exercises.

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    Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball Kit 75cm

    Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

    Gaiam Total Body Balance Ball Kit 75cm




    Midwest Sports Tennis Outlet offers the Gaiam yoga total body balance ball kit for your tennis fitness routine.

    A Balance Ball plus strength training equals a leaner, more toned you! Gaiam has added resistance training to an exercise ball workout for any-level sculpting plus improved core strength and agility. It’s an impact-free exercise program for joint safety thats designed for all skill levels.

    The Total Body Balance Ball Kit includes:

  • A high-quality anti-burst Balance Ball (75cm)
  • Medium resistance workout band (five feet long).
  • 60-minute targeted workout DVD (three 20-minute segments to strengthen your arms, sculpt abs and tone legs)
  • Fitness ball air pump.
  • Size Large: 75cm/26″ - 6′0″ to 6′3″

    Please Note: This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

    User Ratings and Reviews

    5 Stars Great quality, nice DVD
    I was concerned when I first opened the box because the plug for the ball was taped to it and under the pressure of packing, had left an imprint in the ball. I thought this might have weakened it and might rip when inflated, but it’s been fine.

    The ball maintains pressure much longer than I would have expected, is well made and seems reasonably durable. The pump is better made than I would have expected as well. The power band is simply a strip of thin rubber (or similar material), but it does the job. I’m still not convinced that it won’t, like an old rubber band, snap one day and smack me in the face leaving a whelp that I will have fun explaining to others.

    The included DVD (we bought 65cm and 75cm balls, one had two DVD’s in it) is a done nicely and will push you if you try to keep up with it from start to finish. I didn’t stand a chance…. :-)

    I bought this brand as a coworker has had one of their chairs for years and been extremely happy with it.

    I have no problem recommending it to anyone looking for a good started package.

    4 Stars Better off just buying the ball
    It says that it comes with excersize DVD’s and a resistance band, but you end up paying extra for something that you really don’t use. The DVD’s are yoga based, not really excersize geared. I would say you’d be better off getting the ball only and then a separate work out video.

    5 Stars Monica
    I have had this product since my husband bought it for me for Christmas…and I love it! I feel like I can get a great workout at a pace and level that is for me. The DVD’s are fun and the instrutor Tanya pushes me along even when I’m getting tired. I have bought more Gaiam videos so I can switch up my workouts from using the bands one day to the cardio video on others. Tanya also uses a lot of Pilates moves which help stretch and lengthen the body.

    I have since bought my Mom a Yoga AM PM video and I just bought my husband this kit… he is more of a “workout on my own” kind of a guy so I really hope he enjoys this gift as much as I do and I can’t wait to hear his feedback!

    Please give this a try and I’m sure you’ll like the products that Gaiam has to offer…they are wonderful and know what they are doing for health, body and life.

    ENJOY!!

    4 Stars It’s a Ball
    It’s a ball. It does not smell except for the first couple of days. The size is the one advertised. The pump works and the DVD are worthless anyway because there are thousands of routines freely available on the internet.

    Just 4 stars because I only had the product for a few weeks and because the price, albeit in line with the competition, is definitely too high for a plastic ball. My opinion is that all of those balls are overpriced and anyone could enter this market making a profit selling $5-$10 no-frills balls.

    3 Stars Balance Ball kit
    It arrived and it for starters your workout begins when you have to blow this thing up with a manual bike pump. Its also meant to be for someone six feet tall, I miss that goal by a good five inches. Its not clear in the adverisement to bet a ball that fits your size. Meanwhile, it just sits blown up in my living room waiting for me to review the dvd that came with it. Maybe its a good thing.. maybe not.

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