Strength Ball Training-2nd Edition - Softcover

You'll never run out of ways to use Swiss (also called stability) balls and medicine balls with this book, which describes and illustrates 69 exercises that can be done with one (or sometimes both) of these balls. Swiss and medicine balls are popular among athletes for conditioning, strength, flexibility, and balance. They provide an unstable platform, challenging balance and core stabilization and helping athletes train for unpredictable situations. You'll progress from basic exercises, like pushups with the feet on the Swiss ball and crunches lying on the ball, to challenges like kneeling on the ball unassisted for three minutes and the one-legged jackknife. Each exercise is described in three stages--setup, movement, and finish--and many also include advanced variations. Illustrations--usually two per exercise--are clear and large, and the book opens flat, so you can do the exercises with the book beside you on the floor. Special training recommendations for football, skiing, tennis, soccer, golf, judo, hockey, baseball, figure skating, volleyball, and basketball are included. Both authors are strength/conditioning coaches, lecturers, and consultants. This book is highly recommended for the serious exerciser, athlete, or trainer looking for innovative ways to use Swiss and/or medicine balls. --Joan Price

"Strength Ball Training teaches your full body together as a functional linked system, transferring your complete conditioning program to the sport environment and to real life demands."

Markus Nazlund Captain of the Vancouver Canucks

"Strength Ball Training has provided me with the right combination of exercises to enhance my balance, core strength, and functionality for my game."

Joe Sakic Captain of the Colorado Avalanche

"This book is a must for anyone that is a personal trainer or interested in fitness, Lorne and Peter have created a wonderful book that will educate and stimulate you from the start."

Colin Milner Former President, IDEA Health and Fitness Association