SKLZ BALANZ BOARD User manual

ADJUSTABLE BALANCE AND STABILITY TRAINER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
AND EXERCISE GUIDE

WARNING: PLEASE READ!
» Read all setup and usage instructions carefully.
» Recommended for athletes over 14 years old. Athletes
under 18 years of age should use under strict adult supervision.
» Be sure to consult your healthcare professional before beginning
this or any type of exercise program.
» Always check equipment for worn or damaged parts before use.
If any defects are found, do not use product.
» The SKLZ Balanz™Board is a training tool designed to
help accentuate your workout. Take breaks and do not do
overexert yourself.
» Exercise in open area free of hazards
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
» Make sure you have all of the Balanz™Board components.
Please contact SKLZ customer service toll free at
877-225-7275 x128 if you are missing anything.
» Read all setup and usage instructions carefully.
PROPER FORM
When trying movements for the first time, use a less difficult
adjustment with the goal of being able to perform all
movements without breaking form. Do not push through or
ignore aches and pains as you perform any movement.

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Balanz Board
«Removable Adjustable Base
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//// BALANZ™BOARD: SET UP
ADDITIONAL EXERCISES:
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR BALANZ™BOARD
Adjust difficulty:
LEVEL 1 - EASY - Board with no base.
LEVEL 2 - MEDIUM - Board with base set at deeper notch
LEVEL 3 - HARD - Board with base set to shallow notch
EASY
(REMOVE BASE) MEDIUM HARD

LUNGE
EXERCISE STEPS:
STEP 1 – Place one foot on the SKLZ Balanz Board
with your arms extended in a “V”.
STEP 2 – While maintaining your balance,
lunge back and down. Decend as far
as you can without letting your knee
touch the ground
STEP 3 – Return to an upright position by pushing
through your hips.
STEP 4 – Continue for the remainder of the set.
TRAINING TIP:
Keep your chest up, back flat and do not let your
knees touch the ground.
FEEL IT:
Working your glutes, hamstrings, and quads, while
challenging your balance and coordination.
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FRONT / BACK - SIDE / SIDE
EXERCISE STEPS:
STEP 1 – Stand on the SKLZ Balanz Board with your feet shoulder width
apart. Keep your knees and hips slightly bent throughout the
movement.
STEP 2 – FRONT / BACK - 1,2,1,2... Shift your weight so that the
forward edge of the Balanz Board touches the ground.
Then shift so the back edge touches the ground.
STEP 3 – Continue to shift your weight front to back to complete the set.
STEP 4 – SIDE / SIDE - 1,2,1,2... Next, shift your weight so that the left
edge of the Balanz Board touches the ground. Then shift so
the right edge touches the ground. Make sure your transitions
from front to back or side to side are done cleanly and without
rolling along the edge of the Balanz Board.
STEP 5 – Continue to shift your weight side to side to complete the set.
TRAINING TIP:
Keep your torso and hip engaged throughout the movement.
FEEL IT:
Challenging your balance and coordination.
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FRONT / BACK 1
1
2
2
SIDE / SIDE

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CW/CCW CIRCUMDUCTION
EXERCISE STEPS:
STEP 1 – Stand on the SKLZ Balanz Board with your feet shoulder
width apart. Keep your knees and hips slightly bent
throughout the movement.
STEP 2 – CLOCKWISE - 1,2,3,4... Shift your weight so that the front
edge of the Balanz Board touches the ground. Shift weight
clockwise so the edge of the Balanz Board remains in
contact with the ground for a complete revolution.
STEP 3 – Continue to complete the set.
STEP 4 – COUNTER CLOCKWISE - 1,4,3,2... Next, using the same
technique as above, shift your weight in a counter clockwise
direction. The Balanz Board should remain in contact with
the ground throughout the exercise.
STEP 5 – Continue to complete the set.
TRAINING TIP:
Keep your torso and hip engaged throughout the movement.
FEEL IT:
Challenging your balance and coordination.

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1 2
4 3

PUSH-UP
EXERCISE STEPS:
STEP 1 – Start in the classic push-up position
with your hands on the Balanz
Board beneath your shoulders
and your legs straight behind you.
STEP 2 – Keep your torso stable and hips
square to the ground. Bend your
elbows to lower your body towards
the ground.
STEP 3 – Without losing your balance,
push yourself back up.
STEP 4 – Continue for the full set.
TRAINING TIP:
Keep your body in a straight line and push
your chest as far away from your hands as
possible.
FEEL IT:
Working your chest, arms, and torso, while
challenging your balance.
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PUSH-UP CLOSE GRIP
EXERCISE STEPS:
STEP 1 – Start in the classic push-up position
with your hands on the Balanz
Board beneath your chest in a
diamond shape and your legs
straight behind you.
STEP 2 – Keep your torso stable and hips
square to the ground. Bend your
elbows to lower your body towards
the ground.
STEP 3 – Without losing your balance,
push yourself back up.
STEP 4 – Continue for the full set.
TRAINING TIP:
Keep your body in a straight line and push
your chest as far away from your hands as
possible.
FEEL IT:
Working your chest, arms, and torso, while
challenging your balance.
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