{"id":1660,"date":"2021-04-28T08:24:05","date_gmt":"2021-04-28T08:24:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/?page_id=1660"},"modified":"2021-04-28T08:25:52","modified_gmt":"2021-04-28T08:25:52","slug":"types-of-balance-boards-and-their-benefits-in-the-office","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/home\/types-of-balance-boards-and-their-benefits-in-the-office\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Balance Boards and their Benefits in the Office"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1660\" class=\"elementor elementor-1660\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-90d586d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"90d586d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-178b2c1\" data-id=\"178b2c1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6625df elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"d6625df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Different_Types_of_Balance_Boards\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Different Types of Balance Boards<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Roller_Balance_Boards\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.1<\/span> Roller Balance Boards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Rocker_Balance_Boards\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.2<\/span> Rocker Balance Boards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Spring_Balance_Boards\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.3<\/span> Spring Balance Boards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Wobble_Balance_Boards\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.4<\/span> Wobble Balance Boards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Undeniable_benefits_of_using_balance_boards_in_the_office\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.5<\/span> Undeniable benefits of using balance boards in the office<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_Improves_the_Working_of_Your_Brain\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.6<\/span> It Improves the Working of Your Brain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_Stabilizes_Your_Muscles\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.7<\/span> It Stabilizes Your Muscles<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Lesser_Chances_of_Muscle_Injuries\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.8<\/span> Lesser Chances of Muscle Injuries<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#It_Keeps_You_Alert\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.8.1<\/span> It Keeps You Alert!<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_Gives_You_a_Good_Posture\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.8.2<\/span> It Gives You a Good Posture<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Takeaway\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.9<\/span> Takeaway!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e62497 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3e62497\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"><p>Do you spend half of your day standing in the office and working? Well, if you nodded with a yes, then it is high time to invest in a balance board.<\/p><p>Balance boards not only bring movements to the body, but they are good for overall health. There\u2019s nothing you can do about standing, but you can make it fun with a standing board.<\/p><p>Most folks out there aren&#8217;t aware of what standing boards are and which type to buy. Well, in this post, we have highlighted different types of standing boards and their benefits in the office.<\/p><p>Let\u2019s get started:<\/p><h1><span id=\"Different_Types_of_Balance_Boards\">Different Types of Balance Boards<\/span><\/h1><p>\u00a0The type of balance board you are buying will impact your standing posture. Every type has some exclusive benefits, so you should know about them before buying one.<\/p><p>Here are the common types of balance boards.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Roller_Balance_Boards\">Roller Balance Boards<\/span><\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1662 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/roller-balance-board.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"906\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/roller-balance-board.jpg 906w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/roller-balance-board-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/roller-balance-board-768x466.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 906px) 100vw, 906px\" \/><\/p><p>Roller balance boards aren\u2019t great if you are a beginner. Since balancing on such boards isn\u2019t that easy. But once you start using such boards, there\u2019s no going back.<\/p><p>Roller balance boards are good to bring movements to your body. The boards are compact, and you can even take them in your car from home to the office, and vice versa.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Rocker_Balance_Boards\">Rocker Balance Boards<\/span><\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1665 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/rocker-balance-boards.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"911\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/rocker-balance-boards.jpg 911w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/rocker-balance-boards-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/rocker-balance-boards-768x389.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 911px) 100vw, 911px\" \/><\/p><p>These balance boards are the easiest to use, so even beginners can enjoy using them. The boards have a flat upper and semi-circle base that helps you in maintaining balance.<\/p><p>Furthermore, the boards are usually easy to balance because of the thick base, and you can even stand still if required.<\/p><p>There are a lot of therapists that use rocker balance boards and recommend using them. Even the elderly can use these boards to bring movements in their bodies.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Spring_Balance_Boards\">Spring Balance Boards<\/span><\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1664 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/strongboard-balance.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"874\" height=\"488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/strongboard-balance.jpg 874w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/strongboard-balance-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/strongboard-balance-768x429.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/p><p>Spring balance boards are also popular among working professionals. The boards are a bit heavy due to the design. There are two hard boards attached with springs.<\/p><p>With these balance boards, you can work out while working in your office. Yes, balancing them can be a little challenging in the beginning. But you&#8217;ll easily learn how to use them after some time.<\/p><p>However, spring balance boards are expensive among all options, so be prepared to spend a little more.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Wobble_Balance_Boards\">Wobble Balance Boards<\/span><\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1663 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/wobble-balance-boards.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"931\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/wobble-balance-boards.jpg 931w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/wobble-balance-boards-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.medicalhomeimprovement.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/wobble-balance-boards-768x429.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 931px) 100vw, 931px\" \/><\/p><p>Wobble balance board somehow looks like rocker balance boards as there is a spherical base. If you are a beginner, then you should invest in these types of balance boards.<\/p><p>The balance board comes in one-piece, so you can take it wherever you go. Furthermore, they are available in a range of options, such as boards with small and large bases.<\/p><p>With these boards, you can do multiple types of exercises that make them superior to rocker boards.<\/p><p><em>Now that you know about the types of balance boards, it is essential to know about their benefits. <\/em><\/p><h2><span id=\"Undeniable_benefits_of_using_balance_boards_in_the_office\">Undeniable benefits of using balance boards in the office<\/span><\/h2><p>There are numerous reasons why working professionals love using balance boards. If you also have a desk job, then it is important to know about these benefits.<\/p><h2><span id=\"It_Improves_the_Working_of_Your_Brain\">It Improves the Working of Your Brain<\/span><\/h2><p>As per some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5515881\/\">studies<\/a>, balance exercises help in strengthening your brain. When you use a balance board, your brain gets better at communicating with the two hemispheres to improve the overall motor skills.<\/p><p>Several doctors have claimed that using balance boards is a great way to improve the working of the brain. And that\u2019s a concrete reason to start using it in your office.<\/p><h2><span id=\"It_Stabilizes_Your_Muscles\">It Stabilizes Your Muscles<\/span><\/h2><p>Your muscles remain healthy if you keep moving them. In the modern lifestyle, people don\u2019t even get the time to get up and move when they are working.<\/p><p>When you use a balance board, your body moves continuously to maintain the balance, and that\u2019s why it helps in strengthening the muscles.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Lesser_Chances_of_Muscle_Injuries\">Lesser Chances of Muscle Injuries<\/span><\/h2><p>With balance boards, you can reduce the chances of muscle injuries. Strong muscles are prone to breakage and are highly flexible. A good balance board can bring movement to your body, and that\u2019s how it strengthens your muscles.<\/p><h3><span id=\"It_Keeps_You_Alert\">It Keeps You Alert!<\/span><\/h3><p>Do you often feel numbness in your legs while sitting and working on your desk? Well, you are not alone, as it happens with thousands of people out there. But when you start using a balance board, you can get rid of the numbness.<\/p><p>You can stay more alert than before, so using a balance board is a great idea to stay active throughout the day.<\/p><h3><span id=\"It_Gives_You_a_Good_Posture\">It Gives You a Good Posture<\/span><\/h3><p>You get a good posture with balance boards. If you feel like slouching on the office chair, then you should go for a balance board. Standing on a board and maintaining balance helps your body by correcting the posture.<\/p><p>Start with a rocker balance board, as they are the easiest to use.<\/p><h2><span id=\"Takeaway\">Takeaway!<\/span><\/h2><p>Now that you are aware of types of balance boards and their benefits in the office. It would be great to pick a balance board. Start with rocker boards, and then switch to spring and wobble boards.<\/p><p>People of all ages can use these boards to keep the muscles healthy and fit. 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