GAIAM BALANCE BALL CHAIR SYSTEM User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- GAIAM
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GAIAM BALANCE BALL CHAIR SYSTEM
EXERCISE GUIDE
INFLATION DIRECTION:
Activate your sit! The innovative Balance Ball® Chair was specifically developed to relieve stress on the spine, strengthen the core, improve posture and keep the body active while sitting. Its patented design combines both comfort and ergonomic back support for the ultimate sitting experience. This Exercise Guide illustrates non-impact strengthening exercises and stretches to help keep you active.
POSITIVE SEATED POSTURE
START: Sit upright with sit bones directly on top-center of ball.
FINISH : Thighs and shins should be at a 90-degree angle to the floor. To
achieve, deflate or inflate ball as needed.
SIDE BEND STRETCH
START: Begin in Positive Seated Posture, raise arms
straight overhead, shoulder-width apart, palms facing inward.
FINISH: Inhale; on exhale, lean upper body and head to right from waist.
Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on left side. Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
SEATED TWIST
START : Begin in Positive Seated Posture. Raise arms to shoulder height;
bend elbows and stack hands in front of chest.
FINISH: Inhale; on exhale, slowly turn upper body and head to right from
waist. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on left side. Alternate right and left 2-3
times.
SEATED FORWARD BEND
START: Begin in Positive Seated Posture, raise arms
straight overhead, shoulder-width apart, palms facing inward.
FINISH: Inhale; exhale and fold forward from waist, leading with chest
and dropping torso to thighs. Reach hands to floor allowing arms to hang
relaxed from shoulders. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 2-3 times.
EXTENDED WIDE LEG, SEATED FORWARD BEND
START: Begin in Positive Seated Posture with
legs extended forward, feet hip-width apart and heels on the floor.
FINISH: Inhale; on exhale fold forward from waist, leading with chest;
drop torso to thighs or as far forward as is comfortable. Reach hands to the
floor alongside feet, toes pointing up. Repeat 2-3 times.
SEATED HIP STRETCH
START: Begin in Positive Seated Posture. Fold
left leg across right knee, left ankle should rest just outside right leg.
FINISH: Inhale; on exhale, fold forward from waist, leading with chest
and dropping torso down to thighs. Reach hands down to floor, allowing arms to
hang relaxed from shoulders. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on right side.
Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
EXTENDED SIDE STRETCH
START: Begin in kneeling position alongside
chair, right hand on ball for support.
FINISH: Inhale; on exhale extend left leg and reach left arm across head
toward opposite side of chair. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with right leg.
Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
SPINE STRETCH FORWARD
START: Begin by facing chair. Rest hands on ball and
support bar to stabilize the body.
FINISH: Lie prone over ball, be sure that hips are positioned directly on
top of ball. Extend arms and legs to lengthen the spine. Hold for 1-2 minutes.
SPINE STRETCH BACK
START: Begin by sitting sideways on the lower edge
of the chair. Place hands on the ball and support bar for stability.
FINISH: Lie back over the ball, positioning your hips directly on top of
the ball. Extend arms and legs to lengthen the spine. Hold for 1-2 minutes.
CAUTION:
DO NOT LEAN BACK against the support bar. Bar is designed only for
stability during exercises, and only as shown in this guide.
LOCK CASTERS before performing exercises.
Balance Ball® colors and chair design will vary from the images shown in the guide. The Classic Backless Balance Ball® Chair is designed for persons up to 6′ tall. Maximum weight 300 lbs. Perform movements to the best of your ability without strain. See the Care and Safety guide included with the chair for details.
©2015 Gaiam Americas, Inc. All rights reserved. GAIAM, Balance Ball®, and the
“Flower of Life” logo design are registered trademarks of Gaiam, Inc. or its
subsidiaries.
Manufactured and distributed by Gaiam Americas, Inc., Louisville, CO
80027-2452.
Balance Ball® Chair U.S. Patent #: 6702388, D471371, D471025, 6832817, D503553
/ Taiwan Patent #: M250599, 220793, M240145, 85689, 85634, M249692, 220793
Japan Patent #: 3086945 / European Community Patent #: 186226-0001 / China
Patent #: 489370, ZL200420002501.5, ZL200420006048.5. MADE IN TAIWAN.
FAQS
Q: What is the purpose of the Balance Ball Chair?
A: The Balance Ball Chair was specifically developed to relieve stress on the spine, strengthen the core, improve posture and keep the body active while sitting.
Q: How do I achieve positive seated posture?
A: Sit upright with sit bones directly on top-center of ball. Thighs and shins should be at a 90-degree angle to the floor. To achieve, deflate or inflate ball as needed.
Q: What exercises are included in the Exercise Guide?
A: The Exercise Guide illustrates non-impact strengthening exercises and stretches to help keep you active.
Q: How do I perform the side bend stretch?
A: Begin in Positive Seated Posture, raise arms straight overhead, shoulder- width apart, palms facing inward. Inhale; on exhale, lean upper body and head to right from waist. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on left side. Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the seated twist?
A: Begin in Positive Seated Posture. Raise arms to shoulder height; bend elbows and stack hands in front of chest. Inhale; on exhale, slowly turn upper body and head to right from waist. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on left side. Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the seated forward bend?
A: Begin in Positive Seated Posture, raise arms straight overhead, shoulder- width apart, palms facing inward. Inhale; exhale and fold forward from waist, leading with chest and dropping torso to thighs. Reach hands to floor allowing arms to hang relaxed from shoulders. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the extended wide leg, seated forward bend?
A: Begin in Positive Seated Posture with legs extended forward, feet hip-width apart and heels on the floor. Inhale; on exhale fold forward from waist, leading with chest; drop torso to thighs or as far forward as is comfortable. Reach hands to the floor alongside feet, toes pointing up. Repeat 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the seated hip stretch?
A: Begin in Positive Seated Posture. Fold left leg across right knee, left ankle should rest just outside right leg. Inhale; on exhale, fold forward from waist, leading with chest and dropping torso down to thighs. Reach hands down to floor, allowing arms to hang relaxed from shoulders. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat on right side. Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the extended side stretch?
A: Begin in a kneeling position alongside chair, right hand on ball for support. Inhale; on exhale extend left leg and reach left arm across head toward opposite side of chair. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with right leg. Alternate right and left 2-3 times.
Q: How do I perform the spine stretch forward?
A: Begin by facing chair. Rest hands on ball and support bar to stabilize the body. Lie prone over ball, be sure that hips are positioned directly on top of ball. Extend arms and legs to lengthen the spine. Hold for 1-2 minutes.
Q: How do I perform the spine stretch back?
A: Begin by sitting sideways on the lower edge of the chair. Place hands on the ball and support bar for stability. Lie back over the ball, positioning your hips directly on top of the ball. Extend arms and legs to lengthen the spine. Hold for 1-2 minutes.
Q: What is the maximum weight capacity of the Classic Backless Balance Ball Chair?
A: The Classic Backless Balance Ball Chair is designed for persons up to 6′ tall. Maximum weight 300 lbs.
Q: What should I be cautious of when using the Balance Ball Chair?
A: Do not lean back against the support bar. Bar is designed only for stability during exercises, and only as shown in this guide. Lock casters before performing exercises.
Q: Are there any trademarks associated with the Balance Ball Chair?
A: GAIAM, Balance Ball, and the “Flower of Life” logo design are registered trademarks of Gaiam, Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Q: Where is the Balance Ball Chair manufactured?
A: The Balance Ball Chair is manufactured and distributed by Gaiam Americas, Inc., Louisville, CO 80027-2452. MADE IN TAIWAN.
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