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!
1017797
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.
1017798
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.
576145
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.
1017799
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
608697
Not really. I you're purpose is to use the ball at a desk, it will likely be too low and you will have to purchase a special structure that is specifically available for use with stability balls. Otherwise a 75cm is a big ball. How tall are you? Are you sure you've filled it completely?
90876
I have had this for a few months. And I am way overweight. It has not fallen flat. I bought 2 different ones and this is the one that did not squish. It will raise you up a couple of inches so make sure you have room for that under your desk.
1652221
it is the best ball in the world...i didn't broke it in yet,but i feel already it's gonna be the best ball i have ever play with.
2271227
I weigh 124 lbs and had the same problem. Ball does not hold air. Chair has been sitting in my office to the side since I bought it & I intend to return when I get the chance. It is DANGEROUS!! Have gone back to my "regular" chair of just a larger exercise ball -- no wheels, but much safer!
1136991
I got mine on ebay and also got a smaller ball. I'm hoping the answers are correct and it will stretch out. I know the ball I already had seems a lot thinner than this one. So maybe that's why.
211632
I use this ball at work, and rolling away when I stand up is not an issue. Some of my coworkers have added sand, but the majority have not.
1115931
Since the question I have received sounds like the first part of the question is missing. I will respond this way. You will need to have a pump to inflate and maintain the inflation of your ball. The one you shared as being the one you used looks more than fine for the task.
269588
I have a large exercise ball that is about 18-20" high (radius measurement) and it works great. I think it would be fine for anything that you really want to be careful about how much air you are adding- and not to overinflate the ball, like if you used a high powered home air compressor.
1792082
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.
1011928
The ball I mentioned in my previous answer is no longer available I guess, it was the bigens sport fun ball. What a shame, it's a great ball.
1296612
It sounds as though your ball is not seated properly or the connection is not tight enough. I have had this model for nearly a year with no stability issue at all. My husband has used the same type for nearly three years and his is still very stable. Mine did come loose one time and I had trouble getting back on securely. Once I got it to 'snap' in place it has remained tight and moves only when I move it myself. If this is a new purchase I would suggest contacting the seller for replacement.
382011
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.
249436
To KSumners...........I wish I could help you with that..............I did not recieve on with the beace I purchased........but I am thinking it might be a squeeze implement to use for your fingers..........closing the fingers around......opening, closing....a type of exercise ball?? to give some therapy:) wish I had gotten one..........!!
1960349
I would follow the manufacture recommendation. I purchased the large for my Lab and it is the BEST ball for her. Indestructible!
892857
I thought the ball was great. My dog, however was scared to death with it. I will tell you, that my ball worked right out of the pkg . I think you should return it and indicate that it wasn't working( the children love the ball.)
1812875
How close are your coworkers? What is the background noise like in the office? This is not a quiet keyboard, but if you have a reasonable level of white noise, or reasonably sized cubes, it won't be an issue. I love this keyboard and would make my coworkers deal even if I sat right next to one.