Combining a medicine ball with an exercise ball is a great way to strengthen your abs and work on endurance and stability. Check out the exercise below to learn unique ways to work your entire body.
- Warm up with 5 minutes of light cardio
- Perform each exercise as directed, clicking on the pictures for a closer view
- Beginners, do 1 set of 10-16 reps. Intermediate/Advanced, do 1-3 sets of 10-16 reps
- Steady the ball against a wall or chair for extra stability in some exercises
- Combine this workout with regular cardio exercise for maximum results
Position the ball under upper back to engage your abs and to stabilize the hips. Hold a medicine ball straight up over chest and make sure knees are at 90 degrees. Lower arms behind you while simultaneously extending the right leg straight. Return to start and repeat, alternating legs for 10-16 reps. For less challenge to balance, do the leg extension without the medicine ball.
Sit and Squeeze
Place your back against a wall with hips & shoulders squared. Slide down until knees are at 90 degrees, knees over ankles and weight in heels. Squeeze a medicine ball or towel just above your knees and hold for 15 or more seconds. Repeat 2-3 times.
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