Stability Ball Stir Pot

Level
intermediate
Mechanic
isolation
Equipment
exercise ball
Category
strength
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles

A core stabilization exercise where you maintain a plank position on a stability ball and move your arms in circular motions, challenging rotational stability.

Instructions

  1. Begin in a forearm plank position with your forearms resting on a stability ball.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels with your core fully engaged.
  3. Draw a large circle with your forearms on the ball, moving clockwise.
  4. Maintain a stable plank position throughout, resisting rotation of your hips.
  5. Complete the desired number of circles, then reverse direction to go counterclockwise.
  6. Maintain a neutral spine and steady breathing throughout.

Tips

  • Keep your core braced throughout to prevent excessive rotation of your hips.
  • Start with small circles and gradually increase the size as you improve.
  • Move slowly and deliberately to maximize stabilization demands.
  • Your glutes should remain engaged to protect your lower back.
  • The instability of the ball requires constant micro-adjustments from your core stabilizers.

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Hold
Gain strength 3 25 s
Build muscle 3 40 s
Build endurance 3 55 s