Sit On It: Gaiam Balance Ball Chair


Updated 04/22/07 5:22 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

I recently visited my sister and had the pleasure of sitting on her Balance Ball Chair while working at my laptop (it travels with me wherever I go). Although it was a little weird at first, I got the hang of it quickly and found myself sitting with such perfect posture. I can see how, if not accustomed to sitting on a ball, your low back muscles could get tired from finally working and feel Read more

Reasons to Give Up Your Desk Chair For an Exercise Ball


Updated 11/28/11 1:01 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Health Benefits of Sitting on an Exercise Ball

This week I replaced my office chair with an exercise ball. Aside from being fun to bounce around on while blogging, sitting on a ball over a regular desk chair has other benefits. If you're desk-bound, here are some reasons to consider swapping out your chair for a stability ball. Better Posture With no chair back to slouch into or armrests to lean on, you're almost forced to keep your back Read more