BOSU is an acronym for ‘both sides up’. The BOSU Balance Trainer can be used with the flat side either up or down, for different types of balance training. The solid platform is 63.5 centimetres (25 inches) in diameter, and the ball should be inflated until it is firm. Two recessed handles on the bottom and the sides make it easy to turn over or carry the BOSU Balance Trainer.
This hybrid fitness device was first developed in the medical world, as were the balance, functional and sport-specific exercise programmes. Neuromuscular physiology, the science that defines human movement, forms the basis of this complete approach to exercise. The BOSU Balance Trainer can be said to make exercising more appealing and more effective to the average person, and to fitness enthusiasts and trained athletes alike.
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The BOSU (meaning 'Both Sides Up') Balance Trainer is the latest in balance training. It's like an exercise ball that's been cut in half with a stable side and an unstable side. This makes for a versatile piece of equipment that can be used for everything from cardio to yoga. With the ball side up, you can stand, squat, sit or use it just like you would a step for aerobics--the difference is your body has to constantly shift and contract to stay aligned. This not only helps burn more calories, but enhances coordination and balance. Turn it over and you can use it as a bench (for strength training), pushups or just sitting on it to test your balance. It's expensive, but I've found it adds an element of fun often missing from typical workouts.
