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Stress Relief Balls
The Benefits of Balls
Work causes stress in all of us, and we all deal with our stress in different ways, whether it is in the silence of our respective cubicles or by venting our frustrations through cursing and shouting at our co-workers. One way more and more people are dealing with stress in the workplace is by squeezing balls. balls have grown in popularity so much that some companies are giving them to employees and many salesmen give them away as a way to promote their products. The most obvious benefit of balls is that they might cut down on all the cursing and shouting.
How Do Balls Work?
Like any form of stress relief, balls simply divert the user's attention from the problems that cause stress. This increases circulation and stimulates the hands, allowing the user to focus on work instead of the source of stress. Basically, you get a calming effect by squeezing balls that increases your concentration. Another benefit of balls is the exercise you get for your hands and forearms. Athletes and coaches have used squeezing exercises for years in strength training.
Are
There Risks?
There has been very little research done on the benefits and risks of using balls as a form of stress relief, but the soft foam rubber with which they're made allows even the most non-athletic of us to use them easily and with little risk of over-exertion. There are no documented cases of injury from the use of balls, and by the sheer number of companies selling and utilizing them in their marketing campaigns and employee wellness programs; it is safe to say that any risks would be low to negligible.
Stress relief balls come in a variety of shapes, almost any you can imagine, and are a fun and safe way to promote a company or product, as well as employee health and wellness. Chances are your company already utilizes balls in its own marketing program, but if it doesn't they can be found with a quick internet search or at your local office supply store. The next time you find yourself on the verge of being overcome with stress at work, pick up such a ball and start squeezing. You may find it to be a more positive way to deal with stress than shouting or picking up the printer and flinging it across the office.
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