by Paul Chek | May 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
I’ve shared my love for a lot of years for the Swiss ball — one of the most powerful, versatile tools you can use in the gym — you’re probably tired of hearing me talk about it! Nevertheless, the Swiss ball is perfect for people of all ages, regardless of one’s...
by Paul Chek | Oct 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
Need to switch up your workout routine? Getting tired of doing the same old thing all the time, every time in the gym? The Alternating Single-Arm Swiss Ball Dumbbell Bench Press is a really fun, bilateral exercise with a wide range of applications for people who...
by Paul Chek | Jan 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
I started working with Swiss balls back in the late 80s (when I had a lot more hair!), then quickly began integrating them with weight training. This time, I want to show you how to perform the Swiss ball lunge, a fairly advanced exercise particularly from a balance...
by Paul Chek | May 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Spring is here and summer isn’t far off. So, NOW is a great time to get ready for one of everyone’s favorite warm weather sports: Swimming. Like most sports, swimming requires a great deal of core strength to achieve optimal results. Since all movements emanate from...
by Paul Chek | Feb 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
About 25 years ago when I was rehabilitating famous skateboard star Danny Way from an injured spinal cord (at C1 just below the skull where the brain stem is located), one of the exercises I developed for him was simply kneeling on a Swiss ball. As Danny’s...
