Average Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Total Number of Reviews: 7
Editorial Review: People today are spending more time at work and less time being active, whether by sitting in front of a computer all day or in a car battling grueling traffic-or both! Working on the Ball solves this problem by providing an innovative, playful approach to fitness, no gym shoes or expensive club membership required. Authors Jane Clapp and Sarah Robichaud, both fitness professionals, don't take themselves-or readers-too seriously. They offer a fun, reasonable routine that any office worker can follow from day one. Hour by hour, the authors take readers through a full day of 'active sitting,' using a stability ball as a chair, and provide guidance for making healthy choices in the workplace. Also included are photographs to help illustrate each exercise and plenty of encouragement, motivation, and coaching. The authors even offer tips on after-work stress management and other health subjects. Among the book's topics are: " evaluating your posture " choosing a ball " stability ball safety " avoiding eye strain and "brain drain" " desk setup " healthy snacking Working on the Ball makes a great gift or a quick pick-me-up for oneself.
Useful exercises, engaging delivery 4 out of 5
Working on the Ball is an excellent guide to fitness, primarily for those of us who sit at a desk for long periods. I have been using this book for about a month as of writing this, and I have been pretty satisfied with my results. It's somewhat clear that women are the intended audience, though looking past that is easy, and the exercises are no less applicable to a man. The book itself is written in an engaging fashion, with (sometimes humorous) photos to illustrate the techniques. My only complaint is that a couple of the descriptions and photos do not seem to tell me enough to reproduce the exercise, though overall, I feel good about recommending this book. Definitely consider this if you do not otherwise exercise and sit at a desk for extended periods.
Useful tool 3 out of 5
Very useful tool but it was not so clear to me the very specific application is in an office enviroment. After I read it I understood the specificity of the book
An exercise book that's fun and friendly--what a concept! 5 out of 5
I was just sitting and bouncing on my inflatable ball at work and wanted to do more with it. This book is exactly what I needed, in a way that others were not.
Most exercise books really aren't conducive to exercise, because you can't read them while you're in position, the pictures aren't clear, the book is boring, etc. Working on the Ball puts those other books to shame. It's got amusing, friendly text and helpful, deliberately humorous photos. Even the book itself is handy, as it's small and hardback.
Working On The Ball 5 out of 5
Concise, easy to read and fits the time short generation that would like to be in better shape, and now can get fit while you work. Fun and intelligent language, well laid out and a handy size pocket reference to keep you on track.
No more excuses 5 out of 5
I think this book should be on everyones desk at the office
People are becoming increasingly busy these days and this
book helps you stay active even at work
So you no longer have any excuses to not be strong and healthy
I also like the layout of the book and the fun pictures
to demonstrate the different exercises
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