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    Using a fitness ball? Pick the right size

    Fitness balls come in various sizes. For most exercises, you'll want a ball that allows your knees to be at a right angle when you sit on the ball with your feet on the floor. The firmer the ball, the more difficult the exercise will be. So if you're just starting out, you might want to slightly deflate the ball. You can add more air as you gain strength and confidence.

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    Video: Fitness ball bridge with heel dig

    Comfortable with the fitness ball bridge? See how to add a heel dig.

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    Video: How to choose a fitness ball

    A fitness ball is versatile, but it's not one-size-fits-all. See your options.

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    Video: Squat and reach with fitness ball

    You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the squat and reach.

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    Video: Abdominal crunch with fitness ball

    You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See the abdominal crunch.

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    Video: Bridge with fitness ball

    You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See the bridge.

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    Video: Plank with fitness ball

    You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See the plank.

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    Video: Abdominal ball raise with fitness ball

    You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the abdominal ball raise.

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    Video: Side exercise with fitness ball

    You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See a side exercise.

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    Video: Reverse crunch with fitness ball

    You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See the reverse crunch.

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