Hello All,I want this ball to sit at my desk at work, I've heard mixed reviews - people who use this at their desk. Good or bad? Thanks!
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I definitely think you could sit on this. I've used it to work out - sitting on it to lift weights, do sit ups, etc., and it works fine and hasn't lost air. my kids have even bounced on it a time or two (or three) and it hasn't popped. The only concern is getting it inflated correctly. the pump broke before I was even close to inflating it. I had to blow into it manually. So, I would say make sure you get an additional pump that has good reviews to use after the one that comes with the ball breaks.
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I am not sure where the mix reviews are coming from. I weight about 200lbs and use this ball daily, several hours a day. I sit up hard, stretch, bounce, and have never felt that ball was not performing the way it should. As a matter of fact, I am surprised it has held air as long as it has with all the daily abuse. This has been an excellent product for me. Further more, when you buy this ball and use it for a couple of months, leave an honest comment and call the company and in return for your honest feedback they will mail you a resistance band of your choice for free.
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My answer would be to get one of the balls that is specifically designed to be a desk chair. I think that if I had to work on the desk sitting on the ball could be very distracting. This is just my point of view.. I am not young and athletic.
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I use this ball for working at my computer. It functions well for me in this capacity. I have back/neck problems from herniated discs and this is far more comfortable for me than a conventional chair. I do not have a desk job so I'm not sitting on the ball for 8 hours a day. Just make sure you can inflate the ball to a comfortable height for your desk. The exercise height may be different than your desk height. I have the 65 cm ball and am considering ordering a 55 so that it might be slightly firmer when I inflate it to the correct height for my desk. I would like to inflate the 65 a bit more to be firmer, but then I would be sitting too tall for my desk. Overall, it is still my favorite desk chair. I use this ball for working at my computer. It functions well for me in this capacity. I have back/neck problems from herniated discs and this is far more comfortable for me than a conventional chair. I do not have a desk job so I'm not sitting on the ball for 8 hours a day. Just make sure you can inflate the ball to a comfortable height for your desk. The exercise height may be different than your desk height. I have the 65 cm ball and am considering ordering a 55 so that it might be slightly firmer when I inflate it to the correct height for my desk. I would like to inflate the 65 a bit... » Read More I use this ball for working at my computer. It functions well for me in this capacity. I have back/neck problems from herniated discs and this is far more comfortable for me than a conventional chair. I do not have a desk job so I'm not sitting on the ball for 8 hours a day. Just make sure you can inflate the ball to a comfortable height for your desk. The exercise height may be different than your desk height. I have the 65 cm ball and am considering ordering a 55 so that it might be slightly firmer when I inflate it to the correct height for my desk. I would like to inflate the 65 a bit more to be firmer, but then I would be sitting too tall for my desk. Overall, it is still my favorite desk chair. « Show Less
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I use it as a desk chair. I sit on it for at least 40 hours a week. I have the largest size. It is firm enough to keep you at a decent height. I purchased this brand of ball after having issues with a squishier brand of ball. I'm completely satisfied with my purchase. The pump that's included is better than any other I've used so far.
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Dear Amanda, the sand is totally fine, I like it with sand, because the ball doesn't shift on the floor and doesn't roll under my weight. I had no problem with sand at all. The ball is sturdy enough to use as a chair. It won't burst. I am recommending it. Just keep the spare closure pins found in the package.
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About a soccer ball size, you may be able to use it at your desk. Ha ha depends on how big you, your desk & office are. Sorry I don't have dimensions.
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I have had this trackball for few years now and it's great. However, it seems like they need to be well lubricated to work properly, otherwise you can get this stickiness and squealing when rotating the ball (scrolling). I'd recommend taking the ball out and cleaning the little jewel mounting points. Those can build up some gunk around them and cause the ball to stick. You might also want to rub the ball around in your hands for a bit -- the ball comes with some oil on it but I found it takes a while to 'break in' and it seems like it really needs to pick up your hand oils to work properly. In any case, after a month or so of use it should be very nice and smooth. BTW, you should install their driver software if you haven't -- it slows down the mouse to make it more precise, if that is the problem you are having.
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Personally, my kitten HATED IT. Besides that, the ball in between the connectors did not even MOVE! So, I returned it and got my $$ back. Hope this helps.
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Hi. i bought it last winter. The ball is authentic, totally original. But the ball surface wasn't soft as I expected it to be. It was hard to grab for my hands and it slips easily. Using it for a month or two I noticed that things are going better. It seems strange to me that this kind of ball went used for n b a games but otherwise the ball seems original. I hope to have helped u
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i tried it and it was not to comfortable. You would probably be better off with an exercise ball chair. It is also on the large side and doesn't easily fit in a regular chair.
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I know this post is two months old, but I just received this exercise ball today. I'm also using it as a computer chair, and am replacing a previous ball that was a gift and my cat saw fit to use as a scratching post substitute. I have mixed initial impressions of this Max Fitness ball. It seems sturdy, but not tall enough for someone who's 6' 0". I'll try it out for a few days of course, but I'll be taking a look around Amazon to see if there's anything larger. Unfortunately I don't know the size or even brand of my previous ball so I can't compare, but it was noticeably bigger than this one. I know this post is two months old, but I just received this exercise ball today. I'm also using it as a computer chair, and am replacing a previous ball that was a gift and my cat saw fit to use as a scratching post substitute. I have mixed initial impressions of this Max Fitness ball. It seems sturdy, but not tall enough for someone who's 6' 0". I'll try it out for a few days of course, but I'll be taking a look around Amazon to see if there's anything larger. Unfortunately I don't know the size or even brand of my previous ball so I can't compare, but it was noticeably bigger than... » Read More I know this post is two months old, but I just received this exercise ball today. I'm also using it as a computer chair, and am replacing a previous ball that was a gift and my cat saw fit to use as a scratching post substitute. I have mixed initial impressions of this Max Fitness ball. It seems sturdy, but not tall enough for someone who's 6' 0". I'll try it out for a few days of course, but I'll be taking a look around Amazon to see if there's anything larger. Unfortunately I don't know the size or even brand of my previous ball so I can't compare, but it was noticeably bigger than this one. « Show Less
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Great for the office, but not tall enough for anything else. It is very comfortable. But make sure you have a non slip pad under if you are using it on wood or title floors. I hope this helps you,Rosa
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That sounds truly strange as these balls are very sturdy. Is it possible it was defective in some way? I did, however, purchase a bigger ball. So far, it has held up pretty well. Check how long you've had it to see if it is still covered under their warranty, and let Gaiam know about your experience.
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It works for me. I just had my second try. My co-workers all like it. It seems to me it will not last long as others, every several weeks only, but safer. Hope this helps!
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No not at all. That's not the purpose of this exercise ball. It is only filled with air. The idea behind it is that you balance yourself on it to find your perfect balancing point. This would be where your best posture and core development is. It is a great tool for toning your butt and core. I am 5'2 ½" and this ball is perfect height for me at a desk or table doing computer work. So the term "Stability Ball" generally means attaining your personal stability, excercise and development wise. Hope this helps. If any more questions, please ask!
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It's an indoor/outdoor ball. I play indoors and have been using this particular ball for the past 4 yrs.
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It will not pop. It's rather heavy for its size. It's indestructible. Although it doesn't bounce like the football I got for my Puppy but my Puppy enjoy chasing after the soccer ball. Yeah, it's good deal and fun ball!
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Good question. I really don't like this device, but the short answer is....it might. It's just annoying. As I said the review, the balls get stuck in the shoot and they don't really come out in a predictable rhythm. Of course that's fine, since the idea is to stride and load and be ready for any type or speed of pitch. The ball does drop fast. Feel free to email me if you have more questions. I coach HS JV in Ohio. kclar@hawken.edu
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I LOVE this chair.... I have one in both of my offices. I do not use the backrest. I only use it to move the chair while standing. I sit up straight and come no where near the backrest. I have leaned back, but I prefer sitting up on the middle of the ball.