Melissa copp shows us how and why a stability ball can be a great tool for people just beginning.
Stability ball wall squats.
Using the added assistance of a stability ball while performing a squat against a wall will help you perfect the technique.
There is zero need for the glutes to engage.
When performing wall squats with or without a ball you re adding external stability.
Place a stability ball against a wall and gently lean against it positioning the top of the ball into the small of your back but making contact with your tailbone low and mid back.
These will get in your way while you do the squats.
Wall squats strengthen weak muscles while doing a great job of helping to increase flexibility.
To determine the best size sit on different diameter balls and find the one that gives you a 90 degree angle in your legs.
Place the center of the ball against the wall at the level of your belly button and hold it with 1 hand.
Second your tendency will be to push from the front of your thigh knee extensors essentially negating your glutes from activating.
They are an excellent leg strengthening exercise that works to make the quadriceps muscles stronger one of the biggest muscles in your body.
Your feet should be positioned 6 12 out in front of your body feet hip width apart and facing forward or turned out slightly.
Using the stability ball allows you to develop balance and good posture.
By placing an exercise ball between you and a wall a standard squat position becomes a wall squat.
The squat has been a gym and weight room staple for decades.
The wall squat strengthens your lower body targeting the quadriceps muscles one of the largest muscles in your body the glutes and hamstrings.
Position your exercise ball against a wall.
Step 1 starting position.
Your quads should be parallel to the ground.
Choose a ball that is the proper diameter for your height.
Wall squats focus on working the lower body and are great for working the quadriceps front of the legs and the butt.
That s because the stability ball adds cushion to your lower back and.