This ball has been a Godsend for me. I have arthritis in my knees, my hips, and my lower spine, so doing any kind of workout in a standing position is unbearable for me. I tried doing seated aerobics in a chair, but even that made my hips hurt. I desperately wanted to get fit and lose some weight, but working out is absolute misery. Not anymore!
This ball has made it easy for me to get a great aerobic workout while sitting, and it doesn't make my hips hurt at all. I'm also using it for stretching, which is helping to strengthen my muscles and keep my sore joints in a healthier state. I'm absolutely thrilled!
The ball was easy to inflate, but NOT with the pump that comes with it. The pump that comes with it is a complete waste of time. Don't bother. I used an air pump that I kept in my shed for pumping up my bicycle tires. It worked perfectly on the ball. If you don't have a pump of your own and you're planning to buy this ball, trust me, invest in buying a better-quality pump as well. It will be worth it.
In spite of the pump issue, the ball and stabilizer ring are perfect, so I still gave it 5 stars. It holds my weight beautifully and stays inflated, unlike other balls I've tried. I had to add some air after the first couple of uses to get it to the perfect firmness for me, but since then, it's stayed inflated, and I love it. I'm very happy with it.
| Brand | MANTRA SPORTS |
|---|---|
| Material | Premium Multi Layer Anti-Burst PVC |
| Color | Gray (Ball & Base) |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Sport | Yoga, Pilates, Exercise & Fitness |
| Item Diameter | 65 Centimeters |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 14.37 x 10.59 x 6.97 inches |
| Package Weight | 2.31 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.8 x 7.09 x 7.87 inches |
| Brand Name | MANTRA SPORTS |
| Manufacturer | Mantra Sports |
| Part Number | MSSBGRY65 |
| Outer Material | Heavy Duty & Anti-Burst PVC |
| Size | 65cm (Height 5'4" - 5'10") |
