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Best Advanced Workouts With Stability Swiss Ball To Get Lean And Burn Fat

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This workout combines advanced and challenging exercises utilizing a stability Swiss ball to target your goal of toning and leaning your physique efficiently.

Engaging in high-repetition routines with manageable weights, it emphasizes keeping a consistently elevated heart rate, which is effective for both fat-burning and muscle maintenance.

Such advanced-level workouts are designed for individuals with over four years of training experience, incorporating complex movements and exercises that build both strength and stability.

This fitness regimen is ideal for maximizing your exercise routine to achieve a leaner and more toned physique.

The 15 Best Advanced Exercises with Stability (Swiss) Ball to Get Lean and Burn Fat

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  • 1. Exercise Ball Push Up

    Exercise Ball Push Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Exercise Ball Push Up involves placing your feet or knees on a stability ball while doing push-ups. This challenges your balance and engages your chest, triceps, and core muscles more than standard push-ups.

    How to do it

    1. Place your hands on the outer edge of an exercise ball with fingers facing out.
    2. Lift your knees to form a straight line from your heels to your shoulders.
    3. Bend your elbows to lower your chest towards the ball, keeping elbows at a 45-degree angle from your body.
    4. When your chest touches the ball, push up to return to the starting position and roll the ball to your left hand.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    8reps
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    8reps
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    8reps
    4
    8reps
  • 2. Balance Trainer Stability Ball Push Up

    Balance Trainer Stability Ball Push Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    BOSU® Balance Trainer
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Balance Trainer Stability Ball Push Up is a challenging twist on the regular push-up. It works your chest, shoulders, and triceps while adding instability for increased strength and stability in pushing movements.

    How to do it

    1. Get into a plank position with your feet on a Balance Trainer dome and hands on Balance Pods.
    2. Lower your chest towards the floor by bending your arms.
    3. Push back up to the plank position, keeping your core tight and your lower back straight.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    8reps
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    8reps
    3
    8reps
    4
    8reps
  • 3. Balance Trainer Stability Ball Overhead Squats

    Balance Trainer Stability Ball Overhead Squats demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball
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    BOSU® Balance Trainer

    This exercise, called the Balance Trainer Stability Ball Overhead Squat, works your quadriceps while also engaging smaller stabilizing muscles due to the balance trainer's instability. Holding a stability ball above your head helps practice the overhead squat without any extra weights.

    How to do it

    1. Stand on the Balance Trainer dome with your feet hip-width apart.
    2. Lift the stability ball overhead and hold it there.
    3. Slowly bend your hips, knees, and ankles to lower into a squat.
    4. Return to a standing position while maintaining balance.
    5. Keep your chest up and core tight throughout the exercise.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    10reps
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    10reps
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    10reps
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    10reps
  • 4. Stability Ball Hip Bridge

    Stability Ball Hip Bridge demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Stability Ball Hip Bridge is a variation of the Glute Bridge that strengthens your glutes while using a stability ball for added challenge. It helps you improve muscle activation and stability. This exercise is performed by holding the position for a set time.

    How to do it

    1. Sit on a stability ball and roll forward until your upper back is resting on it.
    2. Place your feet shoulder-width apart on the ground and keep your knees at a 90-degree angle.
    3. Put your hands on your hips or hold them above the ground for balance.
    4. Lower your hips just above the floor, then raise them back to the starting position.
  • 5. Single-Leg Stability Ball Hip Thrust

    Single-Leg Stability Ball Hip Thrust demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Single-Leg Stability Ball Hip Thrust is an exercise that works your glutes while adding a challenge with a stability ball. By placing your upper back on the ball and lifting one leg, you increase muscle activation and improve balance.

    How to do it

    1. Sit on the floor with your upper back against the stability ball.
    2. Keep your feet flat on the ground and lift one leg off the floor.
    3. Slowly lower your body towards the ground, then drive through your heel to lift your hips up.
    4. Raise your hips until they line up with your knees and shoulders.
    5. Squeeze your glutes at the top and hold the position briefly.
    6. Engage your core and keep your hips level throughout the exercise.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    5reps
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    5reps
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    5reps
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    5reps
  • 6. Stability Ball Hip Thrust

    Stability Ball Hip Thrust demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Stability Ball Hip Thrust is a beginner-friendly exercise that targets the glutes while using a stability ball for added challenge. This movement helps improve muscle activation and increases the range of motion compared to standard hip thrusts.

    How to do it

    1. Sit on the floor with your upper back resting on a stability ball.
    2. Place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
    3. Push through your heels to lift your hips by squeezing your glutes and hamstrings.
    4. Hold the raised position until your hips are in line with your knees and shoulders.
    5. Lower your hips back down to the starting position while keeping your glutes tight.
    6. Ensure your back stays on the ball and your core is engaged.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    10reps
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    10reps
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    10reps
    4
    10reps
  • 7. Cable Russian Twists

    Cable Russian Twists demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Hi-Lo Pulley Cable
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    Cable Russian Twists are a core exercise that strengthen your obliques using a cable machine and a stability ball. This move challenges your balance and engages your entire core for better strength and stability.

    How to do it

    1. Sit on a stability ball with a cable pulley at shoulder height, one foot away, holding the handle.
    2. Walk back until your shoulders are on the ball, with knees bent at 90 degrees.
    3. Hold the handle with both hands at the center of your chest. Keep your hips still and rotate away from the pulley.
    4. Rotate as far as you can while keeping your hips stable, then return to the center and switch sides.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    8reps
    35lbs
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    8reps
    35lbs
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    8reps
    35lbs
  • 8. Exercise Ball Crunch

    Exercise Ball Crunch demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    The Exercise Ball Crunch is a challenging version of the standard Crunch that includes a medicine ball for added weight. It's perfect for beginners who want to strengthen their core muscles while using a stability ball.

    How to do it

    1. Sit on the Exercise Ball with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
    2. Lean back onto the ball, keeping your back straight.
    3. Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.
    4. Engage your core and curl your upper body towards your knees.
    5. Lower back down slowly, keeping your core tight throughout the movement.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    11reps
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    11reps
    3
    11reps
    4
    11reps
  • 9. Exercise Ball Pull In

    Exercise Ball Pull In demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Exercise Ball Pull In is a core-strengthening move that focuses on the lower abdominals. You’ll pull your knees towards your chest while balancing on an exercise ball, making it a fun and challenging alternative to traditional ab workouts.

    How to do it

    1. Sit in front of an exercise ball.
    2. Lie on the floor in a push-up position with hands shoulder-width apart.
    3. Place your shins on top of the ball while pushing your body off the floor.
    4. Keep your back straight and pull your knees toward your chest, rolling the ball forward.
    5. Hold for a moment, then slowly extend your legs back to the starting position, returning the ball under your shins.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    11reps
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    11reps
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    11reps
    4
    11reps
  • 10. Forward Stability Ball Plank

    Forward Stability Ball Plank demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    The Forward Stability Ball Plank is an exercise that builds strength in your core, shoulders, and arms while improving balance. By using a stability ball, you’ll engage more muscles and enhance your body control.

    How to do it

    1. Place your elbows on the stability ball under your shoulders and clasp your hands together.
    2. Lift your body off the ground by stepping onto the balls of your feet, keeping a straight line from your heels to your shoulders.
    3. Hold this straight position for the designated time.
  • 11. Leg Raises with Stability Ball

    Leg Raises with Stability Ball demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    Leg Raises with a Stability Ball strengthen your lower abs and hip flexors by squeezing a ball between your legs and lifting it. This exercise improves core stability and engages more muscles compared to regular leg raises.

    How to do it

    1. Lie on your back with your hands under your hips for support.
    2. Squeeze a stability ball between your feet and keep your legs straight.
    3. Lift the ball towards your hips, ensuring your lower back stays on the floor.
    4. Lower the ball back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    10reps
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    10reps
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    10reps
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    10reps
  • 12. Stability Ball Plank

    Stability Ball Plank demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Stability Ball Plank is a challenging exercise that helps strengthen your core while improving balance and posture. By placing your arms or legs on a stability ball, you engage more muscles to support your body.

    How to do it

    1. Place your forearms on the ground.
    2. Put your shins or feet on the stability ball.
    3. Keep your shoulders directly above your forearms.
    4. Engage your core and keep your body straight from heels to shoulders.
    5. Hold this position for the desired time.
  • 13. Stability Ball Plank on Balance Trainer

    Stability Ball Plank on Balance Trainer demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    BOSU® Balance Trainer
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Stability Ball Plank on Balance Trainer is a challenging exercise that works on your core strength and balance at the same time. It targets your entire core, shoulders, and hips while helping improve stability.

    How to do it

    1. Place your elbows on the Balance Trainer, keeping them directly underneath your shoulders.
    2. Rest your shins on the stability ball.
    3. Lift your body to form a straight line from your shoulders to your heels.
    4. Hold this position for as long as you can.
  • 14. Stability Ball Hyperextension

    Stability Ball Hyperextension demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    The Stability Ball Hyperextension strengthens your lower back and improves core stability. Using a stability ball makes the exercise more challenging and helps engage your back muscles effectively.

    How to do it

    1. Lie face down on a stability ball with your hips on the ball and legs extended, pressing your feet against a wall.
    2. Cross your arms over your chest and relax your upper body over the ball.
    3. Lift your shoulders up as high as you can by pressing your hips into the ball.
    4. Lower your shoulders back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
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    9reps
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    9reps
    3
    9reps
    4
    9reps
  • 15. Weighted Ball Hyperextension

    Weighted Ball Hyperextension demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    Stability (Swiss) Ball

    Weighted Ball Hyperextension is a challenging exercise that works the lower back and core muscles by using a stability ball. It increases strength and endurance by adding resistance beyond regular hyperextensions.

    How to do it

    1. Kneel tall facing the stability ball, securing your feet under a stable object or with a partner's help.
    2. Lie over the stability ball with your legs extended, leaving your shoulders hanging off the edge.
    3. Hold a weight close to your chest and tighten your core to keep your back straight.
    4. Lift your shoulders by pushing your hips forward while keeping the ball still.
    5. Lower back to the starting position.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    8reps
    17.5lbs
    2
    8reps
    17.5lbs
    3
    8reps
    17.5lbs

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