by Molly Rausch L1 Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Athletic Trainer
Hello everyone! This week’s “Fitness Tip of the Week” is what, why, and how to use the BOSU Ball. Now, some of you may have already used this piece of equipment and others may have no idea how to even start. That’s okay!
For those of you not sure, the BOSU ball is the half fitness ball and half flat surface piece of equipment. And I know the name seems odd, but it’s actually an acronym for how to use it! BOSU stands for BOth Sides Up. You can do exercises on either side to get a nice variety in your workout. Incorporating the BOSU into a fitness routine is great to help improve balance and stability. It’s beneficial for everyone from athletes to the active aging to the injured. Training full body on unstable surfaces helps improve your body’s awareness in space and general full body stability.
BOSU Full Body Workout:
Below is a great full-body, HIIT style workout with 10 exercises using only the BOSU ball.
Compete all the exercises in the first column, then move to the second column.
Complete as many reps as possible in 30 seconds.
Give yourself 15 seconds rest between each exercise.
Complete 4 rounds!
Squat |  | Knee Tucks |  |
| Mountain Climbers |  | Side Shuffle |  |
| Bridges |  | Push-ups |  |
| Side Plank |  | Burpees |  |
| Lunges |  | 10. Bent Over Rows |  |
If you have any questions on this topic, please feel free to contact me at mrausch@healthworksfitness.com or leave a comment below!
Molly’s Fitness Tip of the Week 