This is the third in a series of posts focusing on mediBall® Exercises.
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Purpose of Russian Twist:
Strengthen hamstrings, bottom muscles and activate muscles that control the lower spine and pelvis. Strengthen abdominal wall in rotation.
Instruction:

With knees bent and ball behind back, slowly roll backwards until ball is under [...]

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This article is available in full from the British Medical Journal Web Site.
By Odd-Egil Olsen et al – Sports Trauma Research Center, University of Sport and Physical Education, Oslo, Norway
BMJ  2005;330:449 (26 February), doi:10.1136/bmj.38330.632801.8F (7 Feb 2005)
Introduction
Regular physical activity reduces the risk of premature mortality in general and of coronary heart disease, hypertension, colon cancer, obesity, and diabetes mellitus in particular.
However, [...]

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The Adolescence of Active Gaming
By: Dwayne Sheehan, MA, B.Ed., B.PEÂ
Active gaming is growing up.  It’s no longer the infant that requires nurturing and protecting.  Progressive thinkers who have recognized the link between video games, fun and physical activity have been quietly advancing the industry for years.  With the popularity of Wii and DDR leading the [...]

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This is the second of a series of posts focusing on mediBall® Exercises.
Enjoy and come back soon for more mediBall® Exercises.
Purpose of Hip Extension:
Strengthen back of thigh (hamstring) and bottom muscles. Activate muscles that control lower spine and pelvis.
Instruction:

Lie on floor with feet on ball.
Raise hips until back is straight.
Raise one foot off ball.
Return to [...]

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