The Swiss ball is well know within the global surfing community, it’s highly versatile and can be transported easily.
The uses run far and wide, from core strength training to surfing flexibility sessions, many surfers use them on a regular basis to boost their surfing performance.

Swiss balls are also used by many other sports athletes for their great range of uses, it’s important to remember that there are different sizes for all users, the right size ball is important for correct use.

Swiss balls can be used for balance training but take care the Swiss ball by nature is very unstable.

Every few years a new piece of exercise equipment comes along to catch our interest, and keep us motivated to go to the gym; but, the fact is, the ball has been around for over 25 years.

Why a ball?

It is the unstable nature of the ball that makes it unique and a great bit of kit for surfers. The advantage of its instability is that it challenges the following skills necessary for advancement in an exercise program and maintenance of a healthy spine;

• Joint mobility
• Flexibility
• Righting Reflexes
• Reaction Time
• Coordination
• Posture
• Balance
• Strength
• Proprioception

Safety precautions when using the Swiss Ball

Always insure your Swiss ball training area is clear, the area should be safe and free from anything that may burst the ball or fall on the participant.
Swiss ball are unsafe by nature make sure that you take care as the participant while using the Swiss ball for balance training.
Why use a Swiss Ball to boost surfing performance?

Training with a Swiss ball will enhance surfing performance, if used on a regular basis.

The Benefits include;

• Enhanced balance and better control of deep muscle tissues like the abdominals
• Improved surfing and body posture
• Improved muscular strength, and endurance
• Greater Flexibility
• Improved range of movement (ROM)
• Reduced risk of injury through strength and flexibility training

It’s important to remember that there different sizes for different heights,