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| Healing Arts by Gaiam 65cm Beginner Balance Ball Kit | 
 enlarge | Brand: Gaiam
Category: Sports
List Price: $24.98
Buy New: $12.99
You Save: $11.99 (48%)
Buy New from $12.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  (6 reviews)
Sales Rank: 344
Media: Sports
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 25.5 x 25.5 x 25.5
Model: 199-1508Aqua
UPC: 029956466609
EAN: 0029956466609
ASIN: B0015UVMGA
Release Date: March 10, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Tone, sculpt and chisel your shoulders, arms, thighs and abs | | • | Improve core strength, agility and balance | | • | Totally impact-free for joint safety; designed for all skill levels | | • | 65cm balance ball fits users measuring between 5 feet, 5 inches and 5 feet, 11 inches | | • | Includes ball, air pump, and DVD workout |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Get fit in your home with the Gaiam Balance Ball Kit, which comes with a medium 65-centimeter Gaiam anti-burst balance ball, a complete DVD workout, and an air pump. Add it all together and you have a great way to exercise your abs, back, glutes, hips, arms, and more, while paying particularly close attention to your core muscles and balance. The 65cm ball is best for those measuring 5 feet, 6 inches to 5 feet, 11 inches tall. This kit is also available in 55cm (5 feet to 5 feet, 5 inches tall) and 75cm (6 feet to 6 feet, 3 inches tall). About Gaiam
Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earth?s resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products. Gaiam?s goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect people?s lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam's strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customers? needs with meaningful solutions. The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words Gaia (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and I am reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...
 Good item October 6, 2008
This is what it claimed to be, my only problem is that it is hard to pull out the air plug when it needs to be pumped up. It keeps it's air in well to a certain point. I have never owned one before, so I am uncertain if it is supposed to be slightly soft, but that is what it is all the time. Over all I am happy with this product.
 Great deal October 6, 2008
I was a little hesitant to buy this after reading one of the reviews that stated the balls only lasted for a few days before they had to be pumped up everyday.
I'm glad I decided to buy it anyway. I've been using it for the past few weeks without any problems. If you just want it for your personal use, go for it and you won't regret it. The price is really good especially considering you get the pump and DVD.
The pump is kind of cheesy and it took me forever to get the ball ready but it hasn't required any further pumping up so it's all good. Also, I don't think the pump is any different from the ones you get when buying other balance balls.
The DVD is a compilation of exercises from the Gaiam series. I had never worked with a balance ball before so it was a very good introduction to it.
Used as a birthing ball too October 2, 2008
I found this product to be perfect for a low cost birthing ball. I am 5'5" and weighed in at 182 lbs in my pregnancy and it worked fine. I had to inflate it more than I originally thought, but it held up great. I used it before labor and during early labor at home. Now the baby enjoys bouncing while I hold her, and it is helping me regain core strength. Also a comfortable seating option in the early days post delivery.
Wonderful Product!!!!!!!! September 19, 2008
First, I have to say the price is a steal. I wouldn't have bothered if it wasn't for its affordability. I just started working out, I keep hearing about stability balls. So I decided to give it a try. I was surprised at the quality, it was very good. The ball is transparent so it looks deceivingly flimsy. I actually filled it with good 'ol lung power, and used the pump to get it firm.The air pump is garbage (it's good as a back up). I haven't filled it to its maximum because I fear popping it ( my own paranoia ). Yet, it's nice and firm so I'll inflate as I see fit. The DVD is a good intro. I will need to get more DVDs soon. Using it has alleviated the pain from my lower back, my abs are getting toned and I feel good! I really do think this product is worth a try.
 Maybe not the best for strenuous use August 24, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought six of these to use in my classroom for students to use as chairs. The kids love them, they are the right height, and the price was right. One of the balls didn't last for four days before needing to be pumped up every day. Two weeks later, another ball has now started to need pumping up every day. They have no visible or audible holes, so I'm guessing they leak around the plug. Granted, they get used actively all day long, and the kids do like to bounce on them. The pump that comes with the ball is pretty lame. It will do the job, but it will take 15 minutes to pump the ball from flat to full. I don't mind the arm workout, but a foot pump, one that handles a larger volume of air, or a dual-action pump would be more efficient. My least favorite part is getting the plug out of the ball. I have not bothered to look at the workout DVD that accompanied the ball since that wasn't the purpose in using them. The color is more blue than green.
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