Fitball Seating Disc Balance Cushion 15" :: Education by Design Store

Editorial Review
Used while standing or lying on the floor, the dome shape and unevenness adds an element of instability, maximizing effort and enhancing results. This 15" air-filled cushion has a unique dome-shaped top that mimics the motion from an exercise ball. One of the most versatile fitness and rehabilitation tools available, it can be used as a standard balance disc or as an active sitting seat cushion. It is made from professional-quality, tough, durable, latex-free PVC vinyl that is virtually indestructible. Best Uses: Active Sitting; Add to any seat at the office, at home or while traveling to mimic the movement and shape of the Fitball. The dynamic motion switches the stress from your lower back to your abdomen. This increases the strength of your lower abdomen and back muscles reducing your risk of back injury. Used while seated, it can improve alignment and enhance ergonomics while developing core muscles. Textured on one side for tactile input. Standing; Unlike traditional wooden boards, the Fitball Seating Disc Balance Cushion provides maximum instabliity to enhance balance training and core muscle development on an uneven surface. Strengthen ankles, calves and thighs whle adding an unstable element to any workout. You can easily control the balance challenge by adjusting the inflation. Each cushion is textured on one side to control tread and minimize tipping. Sit-ups, pushups, lunges and squats. This is the tool you need to take your workout to the next level. The dome shape and uneveness of the cushion provides for exceptional functional training. Use multiple cushions when doing squats and lunges for increased challenge and results. Place two under your feet when doing situps on an exercise ball or place two under your hands for pushups to add complexity to your routine. Traveling: A must for commuters or frequent travelers, it allows you to get all the benefits of an exercise ball when you're away from home. Comes in clinical non-retail packaging.
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Customer Reviews

WisSkye

2008-08-01
I have a bad back. To keep comfortable, I sit on a physioball, or ball chair, most of the time. When I travel, I take this cushion along so I can continue to sit and do physical therapy on my back at the same time! I like the product, although it has a suntan lotion type odor that I don't especially enjoy. The vendor was a bit slow, but no complaints. You do need to have an inflator for physioball products....I also stand on it. Don't try it without a chair back to hang onto!

impossible to inflate

2008-07-17
This product does not inflate easily - requiring a pump from an air mattress or attachment from a vacuum cleaner. The hole is too small for a bicycle pump. Also, it comes with absolutely no directions. Not a good product. S Mann

so far so good

2008-07-02
So far this seems like a pretty good toy and it does make you more aware of your posture. It gets three stars because you can't use it until you buy a pump to pump it up (not specified in the description) and there's no choice in color. I'm keeping it but if I were to buy it again, I'd keep my eyes peeled for a cheaper one.

aweful artificial smell

2008-04-27
Nobody ever mention this product has a very strong artificial smell. It is so strong that I can not breath. I can not get close to it. I have already paid $10 for shipping. Since mailing it back cost another $10, the only reasonable thing for me to do is to throw it away.

Best to exercise the midriff while you are sitting

2008-03-01
Imperceptible exercise as you sit on this-you tighten & tone your abdomen & back without realizing it.

Great for posture. To use this, you have to sit up in your chair with feet firmly planted on floor. Terrific! Lessen air in pillow easily to increase training. Good for all fitness levels.

seating disc

2008-02-11
Used while standing or lying on the floor, the dome shape and unevenness adds an element of instability, maximizing effort and enhancing results. This 15" air-filled cushion has a unique dome-shaped top that mimics the motion from an exercise ball. One of the most versatile fitness and rehabilitation tools available, it can be used as a standard balance disc or as an active sitting seat cushion. It is made from professional-quality, tough, durable, latex-free PVC vinyl that is virtually indestructible. Best Uses: Active Sitting; Add to any seat at the office, at home or while traveling to mimic the movement and shape of the Fitball. The dynamic motion switches the stress from your lower back to your abdomen. This increases the strength of your lower abdomen and back muscles reducing your risk of back injury. Used while seated, it can improve alignment and enhance ergonomics while developing core muscles. Textured on one side for tactile input. Standing; Unlike traditional wooden boards, the Fitball Seating Disc Balance Cushion provides maximum instabliity to enhance balance training and core muscle development on an uneven surface. Strengthen ankles, calves and thighs whle adding an unstable element to any workout. You can easily control the balance challenge by adjusting the inflation. Each cushion is textured on one side to control tread and minimize tipping. Sit-ups, pushups, lunges and squats. This is the tool you need to take your workout to the next level. The dome shape and uneveness of the cushion provides for exceptional functional training. Use multiple cushions when doing squats and lunges for increased challenge and results. Place two under your feet when doing situps on an exercise ball or place two under your hands for pushups to add complexity to your routine. Traveling: A must for commuters or frequent travelers, it allows you to get all the benefits of an exercise ball when you're away from home. Comes in clinical non-retail packaging.

Inexpensive substitute for ball chair

2007-09-11
I have sciatica pain with foot drop and needed more time to work on my core muscles. The ball chairs seemed too expensive, and the more affordable ones aren't necessarily height adjustable (my desk is really tall--I'm not). So, I bought the disk cushion and use it on my desk chair at work. While I don't get the reach and flexibility of my balance ball, it provides me with just enough motion and support to make it worthwhile for the price.

great disc for sitting and exercises

2007-08-23
This disc has helped relieve most of my back pain when sitting at the office. The disc allows you to determine how much air you want in it....less proves more demanding on the muscles when exercising. The disc as a seating tool is wonderful in that it provides a ball of air that lifts pressure off the lower back and allows you to sit with ease. Helps to enhance better posture by forcing you to use your stomach muscles to balance and maintain your position. I was in a ton of pain at work before I got this due to tense muscles and scoliosis....but this has helped tremendously!

no back pain, BEST ABS EVER

2007-07-06
I am particularly short and was recommended to sit on an exercise ball instead of a chair after I hurt my tail bone. However I found that to get a ball big enough to reach my desk I couldn't stay balanced on the ball and would have to fall off to get away from my desk. I found this product at a local "back" store, and thought for the price I can't really loose - IT HAS BEEN A LIFE SAVER. In the year I have had it not only has by back healed and is stronger, but I just have the BEST ABS EVER as I'm doing a daily 8 hour ab routine just siting on the fitball disk at my desk. I now have a 6 pack and I didn't really even try...

My pregnant boss tried to steal it, she thought it was great.