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Burn calories

Because the body is engaged, you inevitably burn more calories
sitting on an exercise ball than you do in a desk chair. Your muscles

are at work when you sit on the ball, not at rest like they are when
you are in a chair. Making small movements to keep yourself
balanced means that there is always some physical activity going
on.

You can also roll away from your desk at any time, perform a few
exercises, and get back to work. This makes your time on the ball
even more worthwhile.

Clearer thinking

Those that are kinesthetic learners may find that bouncing on
the ball improves their thinking process. The gentle bouncing

movement is perfect for those who like to be in motion or busy while
they think.

Stress reduction

Bouncing lightly on the ball while at your desk is a terrific way to
divert stress. The focus on stabilizing yourself takes over when you
bounce and stress dissipates, according to ball users.

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