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November 26, 2014
TECHNOGYM | Balance ball that turns sitting time into exercise
TECHNOGYM
Turn Your Sitting Time into Exercise Time, at the Office or at Home!
The Balance Ball "WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING"
Modern individuals spend an average of 14 hours a day sitting. The "WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING," a balance ball (exercise equipment) that combines functionality and design, was born from the concept of transforming that time into exercise. With the recent boom in balance balls, what is the reason for its strong sales?
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Modern Italian Design, Easy to Maintain
From Technogym, lauded by athletes worldwide and adopted by luxury hotels and high-end fitness gyms, comes the "WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING." This balance ball offers the stability of a chair and a stylish design that fits seamlessly into any home or office. It has garnered high praise since its launch.
Its popularity stems from its ability to be used as a chair, allowing users to unconsciously improve their posture and strengthen their legs and core while seated. By transforming sitting time into exercise, it helps combat a sedentary lifestyle even while working or relaxing.
With the widespread use of PCs, sitting for long periods has become the norm. However, maintaining incorrect posture can lead to slouching, causing stiff shoulders and back pain, and raising concerns about obesity due to reduced blood flow and metabolism. These issues have become a societal concern.
The "WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING" encourages subtle, unconscious body movements while seated, engaging the intervertebral discs and spine. The act of balancing also engages and works the muscles that support the body, such as the abdomen and lumbar spine, essentially activating the core. This contributes to health and promotes exercise during sedentary work, offering the ultimate "while-doing" benefit.
The "WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING" features a base made of high-density material that ensures stability and prevents the ball from rolling away, allowing it to be stored neatly under a desk or in a corner. The ball cover, made of antibacterial fibers, is easily removable and washable. It also includes a handle to easily adjust the sitting position, helping users find the correct posture quickly. It is available in two sizes: 55cm and 65cm.
WELLNESS BALL™ ACTIVE SITTING
Price | ¥29,925
Dimensions (Diameter) 55cm / 65cm
Weight Capacity | 160kg
Inquiries
0120-576-876
Technogym Japan
http://www.technogym.co.jp/wellnessball
The 9th "Living Wellness in Luxury (LWL)" event, first held in October 2010, proposes a lifestyle that is both healthy and luxurious. The 9th iteration, with the subtitle "Villas & Second Homes," will be held from June 24th (Monday). Products from 11 sponsoring companies will be on display. This event is of particular interest to those considering building a home, as well as architects, designers, and developers.
“Living Wellness in Luxury 9th”
The 9th "Living Wellness in Luxury"
Period | Monday, June 24, 2013 - Friday, July 19, 2013
Venue | Poggenpohl Japan Kitchen Design Center Tokyo
5-1-11 Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-5798-7950
Closed Sundays and public holidays
http://www.tokyo.poggenpohl.com




