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Seated on the floor with the ball in front, roll the ball away to improve flexibility and spinal alignment.

Working from a strong "powerhouse" or core abdominal center. Pilates on the Ball: The World's Most Popular W...

Balancing on an unstable surface forces the body to recruit deep, stabilizing muscles of the spine and pelvic floor that are often neglected in floor exercises. Seated on the floor with the ball in

Performing slow, graceful, and exact movements rather than rushing through repetitions. Beginner-Friendly Exercises to Try Performing slow, graceful, and exact movements rather than

Holding the ball in your hands while lying down, lift your shoulders off the floor to target upper abdominals.

The exercise ball, once the secret tool of Olympic coaches and physical therapists, acts as a "magnifier" for traditional Pilates benefits.

The ball increases resistance and forces you to be mindful of how your body moves in space, a concept known as proprioception.