A relatively new concept, the Powerball is essentially a force generating ball designed to work your arm muscles as you try to keep its momentum going with control and precision. There are many different types of this, and some work better than others, but there are a few things I particularly like about this one. Firstly, there are no secrets here. Others I have tried have colours or are dulled to make it harder to see the internal workings, but the one I have is actually see through, allowing you to look at exactly how it works internally. What you get is a hard plastic exterior to the ball, and it has a small gap where you can put a piece of string in and ...  Read the complete review

When I first saw a "Powerball" I had absolutely no idea what it was, how it worked, what it was for, or why I should have one. However, what I did know is that it looked interesting, so I decided to find out more and read up about them. I read that they were a good aid for sportsmen and women, that they could be used for a 'non-impact' workout, that they could be a generally fun and addictive game, and even that they could provide therapy for sports injuries. So I bought one. But before I talk about it, I'll try to fill in a few knowledge gaps first and explain what it is... <<< "Powerballs?" >>> A powerball ...  Read the complete review

A powerball is a hand gyroscope, created in the 1970's this has become quite a faddish fitness accessory which requires concentration to help you relax and build muscle in your arms. The first time I saw this on Amazon I presumed it was similar to a medicine ball but one of my slightly less gym-phobic friends advised me that it is actually a hand held item which immediately raised its attraction in my eyes. The powerball is about the size of a tennis ball and is supposed to fit in the palm of your hand, it has a digital monitor to help you assess how well you are doing with it, which is both a real pleasure and a distraction when annoying friends ...  Read the complete review

Having already reviewed two out my three-strong Powerball collection, it's time to take a look at the 'Neon White Pro Signature' version which can currently be purchased for £17.99 from amazon.co.uk. First thing's first however, and it's important to explain what a 'Powerball' actually is. First produced in the 1970's, a Powerball is a training aid designed to exercise various muscles throughout the body. At around the size of a cricket ball, the device is held in the hand and rotated using the wrist. Now, you may think that rotating an object in your hand would have little or no effect on the muscles - but the Powerball contains an internal gyroscope which ...  Read the complete review

First and foremost what is a Powerball? The best way I can describe it is a mix between a piece of exercise kit / equipment and a very fun toy. This tennis ball sized electronic gadget is a fantastic tool when it comes to strengthening and toning your biceps, lower arms, wrists, hands and shoulders. It looks more like a child's high-tech toy rather than something you would use for exercise but believe me this can be hard work, especially at the beginning. How does it work, I'm sure you are wondering. Well you're not alone as I wondered the same thing at the beginning. Well the magic lies within. First of all you must rest the Powerball in the palm of ...  Read the complete review