Longtime blog readers may remember that back in the fall I often whined about my back/butt/glute pain. In December, I went to 6 appointments with the chiropractor and began to feel a lot better. Lately, even with my half marathon training and gym workouts, I haven’t blogged about any aches and pains.
My lifesaver?
My balance disk!
I spend several hours each day sitting on a hard wooden chair while doing computer work at my dining table. I know sit on my balance disk while I work. The balance disk keeps my core engaged. My abs are working and my spine stays in line. I can’t believe what a difference changing my seating arrangement has made.
I sit on both the smooth and grip sides of the balance disk. The smooth side acts as a nice cushion and the grip side offers a self-massage.
As an added bonus, I can use my balance disk for it’s intended use. I can stand on one foot and balance to increase my ankle strength. I can also use it while lifting weights to further increase balance and strengthen my core while isolating a particular muscle group.
I am still in awe that a simple $20 purchase of a balance disk really changed my life. I’m pain-free not matter how many hours I sit and type. 
COMMENTS
3 Comments
1. Kim
February 27th, 2011 08:09 PM
Good solution. Who suggested that you purchase one of those.
2. Melinda
February 28th, 2011 08:57 AM
I have always wondered about these.
3. Erin @ Big Girl Feats
February 28th, 2011 11:43 AM
Wow, awesome idea. I never thought about a balance disk but I’ve been having hip/back/leg pain for a little over a year now. I’ve been to the orthopedist, physical therapist, you name it – and I know it probably has a lot to do with my office job/sitting in a chair all day. I’m going to try this out!