The Bosu Balance Trainer is available in blue only and comes with a workout DVD, a pump, and an exercise manual to get you started.

Product Description
Get a three-in-one workout- cardiovascular, toning and flexibility training- with the same tool used by leading sports teams. Great for sports conditioning and general workouts. Inflatable dome on top of solid platform. Strengthens and coordinates body. Targets core muscles in abdominal and back areas. Builds strength, trims and tones. Improves coordination. Includes workout video, pump and exercise manual. Use the same training tool that pro athletes use- and workout in the privacy of your own home to reach new levels of strength and health.Please note: This product cannot be gift wrapped when shipped.

I have been using BOSU with clients for over 2 years, and I've never had any problems despite having inflated and deflated my BOSUs several times on several occasions. I recommend this home version to my clients and website visitors because it is far less expensive compared to the pro version and just as effective for home use.

If you're new to BOSU training, consider taking a class with a certified BOSU instructor (or better still, a BOSU master trainer like myself) or purchase a BOSU video. It's not just a bouncy step :-)


Maybe I am not using it to the max...   July 13, 2007
max power (Franklin, WI United States)
17 out of 19 found this review helpful

The reason why I bought this balance trainer is to strengthen my ankles. I hike a lot and last year alone; I sprained my ankles like 10+ times on the John Muir Trail. After using it 3X/week for almost 2 months now, I have to say my ankles are 'strengthening...'. I can't wait for my next big hike now!

In addition, not only that I don't sprain my ankles anymore on uneven trail while running, my balance during golf swing has also improved. I have never been more confidence addressing the golf ball now.

Try this to increase the intensity; stand on one left and bend your knee(this is tougher than the normal one leg stand on the ball). Do not perform this activity if you cannot balance yourself with a a STRAIGHT leg first.

I use floor mat to do Pilate which is sufficient for a novice like me. Hence, I don't use this balance trainer for pilate.


Excellent Workout   August 5, 2007
Food Fan (New York)
16 out of 17 found this review helpful

I took a BOSU workout class, and found it was a great workout - definitely much more challenging then it looks.

My instructor does a SCULPTING section using weights (while sitting or kneeling on bosu), lunges/squats, and push-up type moves...all of these were incredibly tough because of the bosu makes you wobble and forces you to use a lot of extra muscles to stay balanced.

My instructor also does a CARDIO section using Step Aerobics type moves, and this was really difficult because of the wobble factor. (It is kind of like when you walk around in sand - the surface you step on gives -- but not exactly). I think this could be used by variety of users: beginers/interm can take smaller/more controlled steps, while advanced users can do large motions, jumps, etc.

I also like doing ABS on a bosu cause it really makes you feel the burn more (including lower abs!!), and also depending on how you lay on the bosu you can get a wider range of motion than doing crunches on a flat floor.


Just what I was looking for & the pump worked fine for me.   October 28, 2006
Kennon A. Mccaa (Sarasota, FL USA)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful

I was a little shy about buying the lower priced BOSU ($100) rather than the $200 one but I've been happy with this home version. So far, I cannot tell the difference between this one and the one at the gym (which I assume is the $200 ball). My pump worked great, albeit rather loud. Compared to my extremely frustrating experience trying to inflate the "Body Dome" this was a piece of cake!

If you've used a BOSU and you like them I see no reason not to buy this version.


I own 2 bosu's   February 24, 2007
Marylou Hansen (Bend OR)
11 out of 12 found this review helpful

What a terrific core work-out. Once you get used to balancing using your core the work-out is ideal. An instruction dvd came with the bosu and I use it on days when I don't have much time as it is 30 minutes, also I own 2 longer bosu work-out dvd's (1 hr +) that I exercise to on the weekends. I actually own 2 bosu balls.