Stability Ball Curl
Purpose/Benefits
The purpose of this exercise is to target the lower body, specifically the hamstrings and glutes. As stated in the name, one benefit of this exercise is that it requires the body to stabilize as the hips and feet are not in contact with the floor. This can be of benefit to individuals who struggle with stability in their core.
Execution and how to perform this exercise:
To begin this exercise:
Maintain shoulders down and away from the ears
Brace the core
Lie down on back and have the feet resting on a ball
Arms are extended at the sides
With step 1 in mind, elevate the hips off the ground
Roll the feet back until the ball is close to touching the butt
With control, extend the legs
Repeat steps 2 to 5
Perform 8 to 10 repetitions of 2 to 3 sets