FAQs

1. For golfers and tennis players, what weight would be recommended?

2. Why are there three different weights on each ball?

3. If I swing the NRG BALL really hard will the bar release from the ball?

4. Why are there different colored NRG BALLS?

5. Is the NRG BALL WORKOUT a cardiovascular workout, or do I have to ride the bike or do the treadmill after using it?

6. Can you lose body fat using the NRG BALL SYSTEM?

7. I see people doing pushups with the NRG BALL SYSTEM. What are the benefits over doing regular pushups?

8. Can I work out with the NRG BALL in the water?

9. If I buy the 5lb NRG BALL SYSTEM, will I out grow it quickly?

10. How does the NRG BALL WORKOUT compare with the Tae Bo workout?

11. The NRG BALL looks like one of those abdominal devices like the torso track or a roller. Can it be used like that?

12. What exactly is the NRG BALL supposed to be used for?

13. Can the NRG BALL SYSTEM be used with just the ball?

14. What age groups are using the NRG BALL SYSTEM?

15. When was the NRG BALL SYSTEM DEVELOPED?

16. Can I buy extra balls without the bars?

17. What is the warranty on the NRG BALL SYSTEM?

18. What is your return policy?

1. For golfers and tennis players, what weight would be recommended?
The 5lb NRG BALL SYSTEM is the perfect choice to mimic those sports movements.

2. Why are there three different weights on each ball?
The weights represent the balls weight, ball with one bar. and the ball with 2 bars. Therefore, the bars weight individually are 1.5 lbs each.

3. If I swing the NRG BALL really hard, will the bar release from the ball?
No, our patented spring system that locks into the ball has been successfully tested at 300 lbs of torque. (Be sure not to push the button while swinging the ball, this will release the ball.)

4. Why are there different colored NRG BALLS?
Each color represents a different weight? The yellow is the 5lb SYSTEM, the blue is the 7lb SYSTEM, and the red is the 9lb SYSTEM.

5. Is the NRG BALL WORKOUT a cardiovascular workout, or do I have to ride the bike or run on the treadmill after using it?
Yes, taking the NRG BALL Flow, Glow or Blast workout is cardiovascular but it also helps improve muscular endurance, balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. So don't overdue it, your doing great!

6. Can you lose body fat using the NRG BALL SYSTEM?
Absolutely! You are working every muscle and all angles maximizing caloric expenditure. The more horsepower your body is using the more fat your are going to burn. Consider the NRG BALL WORKOUT like a turbo booster. It just eats away at the stored fuel called body fat.

7. I see people doing pushups with the NRG BALL SYSTEM. What are the benefits over doing regular pushups?
The NRG BALL is designed to aid in the perfect pushup. It takes the stress off your wrists because of the positioning of your hands on the bar. They do not bend and stress the wrist as do regular pushups. Also, because the NRG BALL is round, it makes you work 60.0 % more on your abs because it involves balance, keeping the bars from touching the ground while performing each pushup. Furthermore, the ball acts as a range limiter so that you do not strain your shoulders and come down too far. Get started today with the perfect chest, shoulder, triceps and abdominal exercise!

8. Can I put the NRG BALL in the water?
No, we do not recommend it and this is not the type of exercise it was intended for.

9. If I buy the 5lb NRG BALL SYSTEM will I grow out of it quickly?
Absolutely not! Not only is the weight a factor when using the NRG BALL SYSTEM, but the speed of the movement and the difficulty of the exercise also make a big difference. Many of the NRG BALL exercises not only challenge your strength but also your balance, coordination, flexibility, and agility. Therefore, you can be guaranteed that you will get many miles from your NRG BALL SYSTEM. Plus, with our selection of over 80 exercises from our exercise library 2 video set, your options of exercises are limitless.

10. How does the NRG BALL WORKOUT compare with the cardio only training?
These are two different workouts. Cardio exercises cause the release of hormones called glucocorticoids, which are catabolic in nature, meaning they don't favor building muscle. This isn't good because building a little muscle and muscle tone are helpful for both men and women. Muscles that are in shape use far more calories than muscles that are out of shape and flabby. The NRG BALL workout on the other hand, is designed to build strength, muscle tone and increase your metabolism. Because the NRG BALL SYSTEM is weighted, the resistance on your muscles helps to increase the number of cells available to burn up that fat!

11. The NRG BALL looks like one of those abdominal devices like the torso track or a roller. Can it be used like that?
Not really. The uniqueness of the NRG BALL SYSTEM is the incorporation of the abdominals into each movement. Because many of the exercises challenge speed of movement with balance, there is a deep impact on your abdominal muscles. Also, there are other abdominal specific exercises that can be seen on our top 20 exercise chart, that will have your stomach burning up.

12. What exactly is the NRG BALL supposed to be used for?
That's the beauty of the design of this product. It can be used to fill so many different needs. General fitness, sports specific, martial arts, rehab, seniors, or just another tool to keep you on the right track to feeling great and looking better. As a matter of fact, the inventor, Howard Panes, likes it best for pushups, abdominal exercises, and improving hand-eye coordination. You pick your favorite exercise and let us know.

13. Can the NRG BALL SYSTEM be used with just the ball?
Yes, but we do not recommend it. Also, the ball is not made to bounce off the ground.

14. What age groups are using the NRG BALL SYSTEM?
We have kids from 10 to seniors in there 90's using the NRG BALL SYSTEM.

15. When was the NRG BALL SYSTEM DEVELOPED?
The NRG BALL SYSTEM was developed by Howard Panes in 1998.

16. Can I buy extra balls without the bars?
No, the NRG BALL SYSTEM is sold complete as a SYSTEM.

17. What is the warranty on the NRG BALL SYSTEM?
Sports Training Devices warranties the NRG BALL SYSTEM FOR 90 DAYS against manafacturers defects. (to be evaluated by STD upon return of product)

18. What is your return policy?
Sports Training Devices will except returns up to 30 days from date of purchase. There is a 10% restocking fee for all returned merchandise. Shipping and pickup will be deducted from refunds.