The original Chinese Exercise Baoding Balls Solid Steel version are generally used for intermediate or advanced training. These health balls are excellent for relieving arthritis and maintaining manual dexterity, they may even help those suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. Solid Steel Baoding Balls are available in Medium and Large. Each pair comes in a beautiful embroidered box (colors may vary), making them a delightful gift for anyone.
One exercise variation is to rotate them counter-clockwise and clockwise inside one palm, using gravity to help you maintain control over them. Avoid having them bump loudly, some try to not let them touch at all. Better users often do more than two in one hand. By manipulating them in your hand, you can also work the forearm and shoulder muscles, as they are connected.
These solid balls and are perfect for martial arts training.
Medium: 1 7/8" diameter
Large: 2" diameter