Stability Ball question

[spazzyhilo]

I know there was a post about this but I cant find it. I'm very interested in getting a stability ball but I know you want to get one based on your height. I cant seem to find the info on height of person vs size of ball on the board or on any website. So if I'm 5'10 what size should I get?

Hopefully I will be able to buy one tomorrow when I get paid *crossing fingers!*

[Chicklady]

the box my stability ball came in says :65 cm for individuals 5'4'' to 6'0"

[FatBottomGirl]

yep - thats what mine says as well -

You will love the stability ball challenge Spazzy - this is my second month and I'm already pumped to sign up for April

[spazzyhilo]

Thanks for the info!! After paying off my bills Ive only got about $20 bucks left so maybe 2 weeks from now I can go ahead and get one. I've been wanting one for ages!

[Elizellen]

I found this advice at http://www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/f...spx?itemid=129

How to choose a ball

It is important to buy the right size ball and maintain the proper air pressure. The firmer the ball, the more difficult the exercise will be. The softer the ball, the less difficult the exercise will be.

If you are just beginning, overweight, an older adult, or you are generally deconditioned, you may want to consider using a larger, softer ball. When sitting on the ball, your knees and hips should align at a 90-degree angle.

Following are general guidelines for buying the right size stability ball:

• Under 4’6” (137 cm): 30 cm ball (12 inches)
• 4’6”–5’0” (137-152 cm): 45 cm ball (18 inches)
• 5’1”--5’7” (155-170 cm): 55 cm ball (22 inches)
• 5’8”--6’2” (173-188 cm): 65 cm ball (26 inches)
• Over 6’2”(188 cm): 75 cm ball (30 inches)

• They also give you some useful info on exercising with the ball.