Both Sides Used

In all my years, I have never put anything to do with exercise on a wish list. Not until now, that is. As a belated Hanukkah present, I asked for a Bosu Ball. I think Bosu stands for “both sides used.”

In my recent round of PT, I am working a lot on balance, trying to make up for the fact that I have little or no proprioception. One of the things that feels so good and is almost fun is the Bosu Ball, which I have used on both sides. It’s a great way to simulate uneven surfaces, teaching your body to react to sudden changes.


My ball came yesterday in this flat box. One of the first things we had to do was pump it up to a depth of about 9 inches. The pump seems like a real piece of junk, but it does the job.

(For Merle Sneed: Please note that I did not order a Tee shirt with Bosu on the back or front!)


Then instead of hopping on, we watched the DVD, in which terribly fit girls jumped on and off the Bosu and contorted their bodies over the top of it in killer AB exercises. It will be a while before I attempt most of those exercises, but it is really amazing what a workout you can get with this little ball.


My exercise goals for 2009 are CORE and BALANCE. I’m committed to a pilates lesson once a week. I’m looking for a new yoga studio. And I now have my Bosu Ball. There should be no reason why I can’t be healthier and in better shape by the end of 2009, right?