Balance on the Ball

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Summary: Great content--Very poor quality binding
Review: I am really getting a lot from the content of this book; the exercises are fun and very effective. But at the same time I'm so disappointed in its quality--I've only had it a few days and almost all the pages have come loose. To use a book like this one must hold it open, turn pages back and forth, etc.; in other words, it should be made to be handled. This is not.

Rating:
Summary: Great content--Very poor quality binding
Review: I am really getting a lot from the content of this book; the exercises are fun and very effective. But at the same time I'm so disappointed in its quality--I've only had it a few days and almost all the pages have come loose. To use a book like this one must hold it open, turn pages back and forth, etc.; in other words, it should be made to be handled. This is not.

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Summary: Also purchase hole-punch and binder
Review: I got my BRAND NEW copy of Balance on the Ball yesterday. When I read a book, I READ a book, but I have never before had a book self-destruct within 24 hours. Such a large number of the pages had pulled off the binding, most partly, some totally, that I have already torn the whole thing apart, punched holes in the pages, and have put it in a ring-binder. I can't say I wasn't warned - other reviewers had commented on the low-quality binding. Aside from that, this book is desperately in need of an index, as another reviewer wrote. The sample workouts are too short, in my opinion. I would have preferred longer workout sequences with at least small picture reminders next to the name and page of the exercise, OR for the book to be organized sequentially into beginner/intermediate/advanced workouts like some of the other exercise books I have, because that is the most user-friendly organization style I have come across. This is all quite unfortunate, because otherwise, this is a beautiful book with very nice exercises. Because of all the work I have had to do to get the book into a two-ring binder, as well as writing up my own index and work-outs, I can only rate this as a two star, and that is being generous. Amazon, shame on you for selling a book that many people have said falls apart fast - here is another dis-satisfied customer (the other books I received were fine - I'll continue to purchase from Amazon because it's fun and convenient).

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Summary: An Excellent Guide to Exercises on the original Pezzi Ball!
Review: This book is easy to read and understand for introducing the user to the various types of exercises on the Pezzi Ball. The author has divided each set of exercises into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced so that all users can choose the regimin that best fits them. The author has also taken the time to explain the benefits of muscle strength, flexibility, balance & coordination, posture, body awareness, playfulness, and cardiovascular conditioning...all foundations of any exercise on the ball. I personally gained valuable knowlege after a major back injury from this book. This is a "must read" for anyone interested in better Back health or for anyone in the Physical Therapy & personal training arena! There is also a link in the book to order your own Pezzi Ball.

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Summary: Great book for instructors!
Review: This book is great for all levels. I teach classes on the ball and this gave me many great ideas. She uses a rating system that gives one to three stars to designate if the exercise is for beginners or advanced. I do feel that some of the exercises are inappropriately marked as beginner or intermediate, and that they should actually be advanced. I highly recommend this book!

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Summary: Great book
Review: This book is great for working out on your own with the ball. It gives very clear directions, and even lets you know what muscle groups you are targeting so that you can really focus on getting the most out of each exercise. This is the best ball book that I have bought (I also have Pilates on the Ball, which is good but this one is better).

Rating:
Summary: Great book
Review: This book is great for working out on your own with the ball. It gives very clear directions, and even lets you know what muscle groups you are targeting so that you can really focus on getting the most out of each exercise. This is the best ball book that I have bought (I also have Pilates on the Ball, which is good but this one is better).