Bosu versus Resistance Ball versus Stability Disk Hi, I just wanted to ask people who are familiar with these products if one is better than the others. Does Bosu cover the same range of exercises as a resistance ball? What about the small blue stability disks (like GoFit's core stability disk)-- does it do the exact same thing as a Bosu except in a smaller size? Any comparison of these products is most appreciated! Thanks! Bosu versus Resistance Ball versus Stability Disk Hi, I just wanted to ask people who are familiar with these products if one is better than the others. Does Bosu cover the same range of exercises... » Read More Bosu versus Resistance Ball versus Stability Disk Hi, I just wanted to ask people who are familiar with these products if one is better than the others. Does Bosu cover the same range of exercises as a resistance ball? What about the small blue stability disks (like GoFit's core stability disk)-- does it do the exact same thing as a Bosu except in a smaller size? Any comparison of these products is most appreciated! Thanks! « Show Less
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The Bosu is way better!!! First of all you can use it as a "step" for workouts and as a ball for abs.Also when you flip it over to its unstable side you can ues it for push-ups, planks,rear end exercises,ect..Listen those little disks are great but limited. Go to a web site called collage video and type in BOSU in the key word section. This web site gives you previews of the videos it sells.WATCH THEM ALL and ask yourself if all of that is possible on the little disks.The BOSU is much more bang for the buck because of its versatility.Good luck!
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Thanks for the awesome review, JK. That is really helpful to know. It definitely gives me a greater idea of the range of functions I can have with each. Thanks!
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You purchase a ball size based on your particular height and how much weight you need resistance for based on your weight and what you might be lifting if using it with free weights. I read numerous review of cheaper exercise balls that burst on people skimping on the price. I certainly didn't want my 82 year old 6'5" father falling to the floor while doing his exercises.
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Hi Karen, I'm training for my first marathon. I have a slipped disc and IT band issues, and this is what best worked for me. I tried common stretching exercises and massages, nothing worked like this. So in my personal experience, after having it for almost a year, it's firm, it didn't change from the first use. Hope this answers your question.
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My knee is swollen so it rolls down if I put it on the whole way, but it rolls less than any other I have tried. I use the smaller ones in place of support hose...(up to the knee)...they are easier to put on and never roll. Futuro gives more support than others.
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Hi Ryan ....I personally prefer the bowflex...ten years we stored one of our kids bowflex so I started using it.....three years later he took it...I really missed it as it toned muscles and strengthened them....since then we've had the total gym and have done crossfit.....went back to the bowflex and am very happy we did.....the combination of the power rods (210lbs) gives me all the resistance I need for muscle strength and toning .....I also like the idea that I can exercise on my time....I would recommend this for building muscles and toning...HAPPY EXERCISING!
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My BOSU at home has a diameter of 24.5 inches (including the rim) or 22.25 inches (not including the rim) and a height of 10 inches when fully inflated. As far as I can tell, it's the same size or nearly the same size as the big one I use at the gym. I also bought a BOSU Sport balance trainer for my mom, which is smaller (21.5" diameter, 7.25" height) and lighter. The BOSU sport is about 50% cheaper and seems almost equally useful for the balance exercises that I do, but it's less robust, and may not be as good for certain exercises. Depends what you want it for.
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I had a Total Gym 1000 a few years ago. It folded up but it was a bit of a job (I'm 6', 205 & fairly strong.) This product seems slightly heavier than the current Total Gyms in this price range, but is half the cost. If you can afford the price difference maybe you should go with what you know. When you get used to either and in decent shape I bet either will be a snap. I think I'm going to try the Weider.
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I bought the DVDs, then backed them up on my computer by using a free program called Handbrake: https://handbrake.fr/.I disagree with the statement that one needs a large screen/monitor to do these exercises. I use my 8.4 inch tablet (was easily using a 7.0 in before) to workout all the time, both at my gym and when travelling. I would assume that most people have selected a tablet size that is appropriate for their own visual acuity.Good luck to you!
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I purchased the heaviest available. I'm still pretty new to the sport but with a few exceptions, it is my understanding that more experienced players will almost always go for the heavier ones.
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I currently have both the 430 ex II and 270 ex , I am thinking hard about returning the 430 ex II. In P , AV, or manual mode the only real difference I see is the range, the 430 is about 16 feet better. And the 270 does bounce it does not rotate.
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Just bought a pair at a local sporting goods store. They're supposed to have bigger ball bearings (thus smoother rotation) and appear bigger than the original Perfect Pushups. Also they're manufactured by a different company, although both endorsed by the same creator, Alden Mills. Also they're about double the price. I would say they're worth it if you don't mind the price tag.
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Well, by name, it is a different product. But what they both have in common is the inclusion of sand within the ball to keep the ball from rolling away. The Stability ball comes in three different sizes according to recommended height.
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I wondered the same thing. After checking out some other reviewers I think the ball bearing units overall were in better quality I think. Also someone mentioned something about sleeve bearings being mounted a certain way that would cause early failure or something of that nature. Either way i don't think it was a huge price difference extra for ball bearings. I'd get these again. They are good.
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I've been researching both products and I have not found any info that the bb is "stronger" than Go Wear Fit. I'm with Citygal and Kim. The Go Wear Fit is the better purchase, getting more for your dollar.
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I don't think that there is really a change in the number of DVDs. They are just separating out the programs: 1) Scultp 1-2; 2) Sweat 1-2; 3) Sculpt 3-4; 4) Sweat 3,4; 5) Ab Ripper 100; 6) Ab Ripper 200. This is really two DVDs with Sculpt 1-2/Sweat 1-2/Ab Ripper 100 on one DVD and Sculpt 3-4/Sweat 3-4/Ab Ripper 200 on the other. Fat Burner Express is, perhaps, a 3rd DVD, and is new to the pack (I don't have it). As with most of these kinds of sites, BB wants to make it look like you're getting whole lot of stuff for your money. In this regard, the program guide, meal plan, and 6-day fat burning plan, are small pamphlets that could easily be turned into a single, short document. The success measurement card and tape measure are exactly what they sound like. The literature adds value to some degree, but the most helpful 'bonuses' would be the exercise band and the online access to the BB forums. (I can't comment on the Fat Burning Express video, as it was not part of the package when I bought P90 years ago) BB is big on hype and marketing. There's a lot of sizzle, but you also get the steak too. The workouts are the real thing and are a great place to start if you are working out for the first time. Good luck.
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I can't really help you out since I have not used the evolution. I have examined both balls and I think the solution just looks like a richer ball, it also has a much better grip when its new. I assume this holds true as they both get older. I have seen some older evolutions and to me they look like a rubber streetball, whereas the solution still looks like a nice indoor ball.
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tbh, id just spend a little more money and get verbs. the last stack of memorexs that i bought. none of them worked to make a backup. i still have half of that stack of mems still.. but yeah just buy verbs so you dont fail every other disc. Also. mems only seem to work on very old games. new games they will fail burns it seems. i use img burn and burner max payload tool.. but yeah. with mems, it seems like every OnE OF Three packs u buy they will work fine.