Yoga Balls & Home Fitness
A yoga ball, also known as an exercise ball, gym ball, or swiss ball, is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment you can add to a home gym or even a home office. It works your core passively when used as a chair, and actively when used for targeted exercises.
Ways to Use a Yoga Ball
- Core and ab workouts: Ball crunches, planks, and stability exercises engage your core more than a flat surface would, since you're constantly balancing.
- Desk alternative seating: Sitting on a stability ball for part of your workday encourages better posture and light core engagement compared to a standard chair — though it's best used in short stretches, not all day.
- Stretching and mobility: The ball supports your body in positions that are hard to hold unassisted, useful for back stretches and mobility work.
- Physiotherapy and rehab: Many physiotherapists use stability balls for controlled, low-impact rehab exercises.
Choosing the Right Size
Ball size should match your height: shorter users generally need a smaller diameter ball, taller users need a larger one, so that your knees sit at roughly a 90-degree angle when seated on it. Check the sizing guide on each product page before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size yoga ball should I get?
It depends on your height — check the size chart on the product page. As a general guide, when seated on the ball your hips and knees should form roughly a 90-degree angle.
Can I use a yoga ball as my everyday office chair?
It's better used in short sessions throughout the day rather than as a full-time chair replacement, since sustained sitting on a ball without back support can be tiring over many hours.
How much weight can these hold?
Check individual product listings for weight capacity — our TechoFit range is built with burst-resistant material for everyday gym use.
Shop our full range of yoga and exercise balls below.
