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Swiss balls are relatively new to the North American continent, however they have been used for decades by physical therapists inEurope for rehabilitation and fitness. <br/><br/>The Swiss balls become a great tool for mobilization, coordination, strength and balance. Exercise routines that address the fitness of the stomach, back, buttocks and thighs are beginning to gain acceptance on this side of the ocean. Many athletes are turning to the ball to gain strength and performance improvement.<br/><br/>Sit on a ball is a phrase that is coming into favor. In Scandinavia, Germany and Switzerland entire office buildings and schools have been equipped with balls, not chairs, for sitting. The benefits of ACTIVE SITTING are becoming better understood by doctors, physical therapists and mothers when addressing the problems of many hyperactive children.<br/><br/>The newest item is birthing on the Swiss Ball. During pregnancy, labor and the post-natal period the ball provides a wide variety of exercises that proved to be very beneficial to mother and child. Especially the Sissel ABS-PRO Swiss Ball provides the highest safety standards required for pregnant women and mothers. See the Swiss Ball Stabilizer for a more stable exercise platform. <br/><br/><b>SISSEL ABS-PRO SWISS BALL</b><br/><br/>Sissel is proud to introduce the latest innovation in Swiss exercise balls, the ABS Ball. ABS stands for Anti Burst System which means the ball will not explode if accidentally punctured. As the balls are used for more physical exercise, during pregnancy and training this feature will become more and more important to the safety of the users. This innovation is made possible by use of the patented material, Crylon.<br/><br/>The ABS-PRO ball is designed for heavy duty exercising in fitness and weight lifting. With a maximum weight limit of 1250 Lbs., an ABS weight limit of 265 Lbs and the special surface for ultimate grip, the ABS-PRO ball is without doubt the safest and most durable exercise ball in the world. <p>For customer service on this item, please call 800.875.6148 (9am-5pm ET M-F).
