I want a ball that I can bounce on for my legs while I do arm excercises. Is this ball really sturdy? I am overweight and like to bounce as excersiz
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I'm not qualified to answer that. I recommend you contact Black Mtn directly. I will say that the rubber on this ball seems thicker than most.
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I didn't trust it supporting my full weight after reading some of the reviews of it suddenly failing and the person getting injured. I could see really uneven thickness when held up to a light so I sent the one I ordered back for a refund. Amazon is awesome!
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Yes, it is very sturdy. I sit on mine 7 or so hours per day at work, bouncing to the music. A good work out for legs, abs and glutes.
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Yes, it is really sturdy. I do not feel uncomfortable bouncing on it all day. Every now and then it does need to be blown up again, though. Hope this helps!
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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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I would say "just right." It feels the most like a big trampoline of the small ones I've tried. I've had my rebounder for about two years and still use it all the time. I love it.
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Depend on how you're going to use it. Kids? Adults? Daily? Every once in a while? 10 minute sessions? 30 minute sessions? The more use, the more you need a sturdier model. I bought this one to replace the one that we had bought 15 yrs ago that had begun to wear where the fabric attached to the clips that hold it to the frame. Ours ReboundAir Standard that we have now is used by 2 adults who weigh 160-175 lbs each. Used by at least one of us daily. Still looks & as good as it did when we took it out of the box 2 yrs ago; feels like it has the same amount of bounce, too. From what I can tell at this point, it looks as if it will perform as well as the previous one did. Depend on how you're going to use it. Kids? Adults? Daily? Every once in a while? 10 minute sessions? 30 minute sessions? The more use, the more you need a sturdier model. I bought this one to replace the one that we had bought 15 yrs ago that had begun to wear where the fabric attached to the clips that hold it to the frame. Ours ReboundAir Standard that we have now is used by 2 adults who weigh 160-175 lbs each. Used by at least one of us daily. Still looks & as good as it did when we took it out of the box 2 yrs ago; feels like it has the same amount of bounce, too. From what I can tell... » Read More Depend on how you're going to use it. Kids? Adults? Daily? Every once in a while? 10 minute sessions? 30 minute sessions? The more use, the more you need a sturdier model. I bought this one to replace the one that we had bought 15 yrs ago that had begun to wear where the fabric attached to the clips that hold it to the frame. Ours ReboundAir Standard that we have now is used by 2 adults who weigh 160-175 lbs each. Used by at least one of us daily. Still looks & as good as it did when we took it out of the box 2 yrs ago; feels like it has the same amount of bounce, too. From what I can tell at this point, it looks as if it will perform as well as the previous one did. « Show Less
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Hey, I haven't tried a soccer ball but I used a team handball and playground ball on it. I love it. I bought two. I'm a gym teacher.
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it is made of plastic, it will feel sticky. pay attention to the exercise not the feel of the ball.
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I really don't know, it would depend on the opening of the exercise ball. You may want to contact the company, I'm sure they would be able to help you better answer the question.
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I have twins and they are 9 months. We haven't used it in quite a while. I would say, get an exercise ball instead and save your money. I just don't think you will use it that long.
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As commented by my daughter's physical therapist, this one really bounces well and isnt stiff like many of the others. This is not considered a gym trampoline like the adult ones.
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well it is quite sturdy and has a broad base so it should hold up fine...except on sand you can't bounce the balls off the ground, of course. Have fun
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We purchased these adult size balls. They were rated up to 300lbs. We don't have anyone that heavy, but we have fad adults on them, they seem very sturdy!
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I have seen people using it well.It is not slippery, but it needs to be balanced easily.The original one was used by the Cricket Umpires in UK while cricket was played. A little experience to balance will be great and it will be useful
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It depends on what you will be using it for? I have a 65cm ball with this base and it is NOT a tight fit, although it does work for exercise and also helps to stabilize the ball for sitting on. I have two bases, one for the 65cm ball which I will be using at home for exercise and one for a larger size ball to sit on at work. I do think a 45cm ball is going to be ok but do not know for sure because that is not what I use? Either way I like the base, loose or not... :)
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I am a little heavier than you are and about the same height and the orange ball has been perfect. I don't feel the back pains I used to. The blue one was too big to keep in the house although the results concerning exercises were as good.it is a great buy.
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I think a tennis ball would be too heavy for this. I bought the package of replacement balls for extras....they're lightweight like a wiffle ball.
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Is there anyone here that has owned this for a while? I am really liking the good reviews and the price BUT I'd like to know if it can last at least a year. I'd also like to know if it's good for your arms. I have read a few people saying there is limited motion. I don't mind that at all but I'd just like to make sure it can at least help to tone the arms up.
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To Karen C.: I am a naturally-big guy. I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job. So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess. I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow. 6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle. YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person. I never had any problems with my weight & the Rebounder, and there are 2 other Family members now using it. I only have to use it 20 minutes daily to keep in shape. hope that helps! P.S.: BTW, it is also a LOT OF FUN.