GIBBON SlackBoard - GiBoard Balance Board Kids & Adults - Slackline Balance Trainer - Slack Board Core Workout Equipment Home Gym Training - Standing Desk Exercise - Yoga, Agility, Pilates & More

Alright, folks, let me tell you about the latest addition to my home gym/torture chamber: the GIBBON GiBoard Balance Board. I saw it and thought, "Hey, that looks like fun! And maybe I'll finally achieve the core strength of a seasoned tightrope walker!" What I got was a beautiful piece of American maple wood that immediately highlighted just how terrible my balance truly is.The first time I stepped on this thing, it was less "graceful balancing act" and more "Bambi on ice, but with more flailing." My ankles wobbled like jelly in a hurricane. I'm pretty sure my dog thought I was having some kind of seizure. The cats, of course, were utterly indifferent, probably plotting how to trip me for their own amusement.But here's the magic: it's fun being terrible at it! And the learning curve, while steep initially, is incredibly rewarding. After a few days of looking like a newborn giraffe, I started to get the hang of it. I can now stand on it for almost a whole minute without grabbing onto the nearest piece of furniture for dear life! This is major progress, people.This board is deceptively simple. No complicated parts, just a beautifully crafted piece of wood with a slackline on top. But it works your core, your legs, your ankles, and your spatial awareness in ways you didn't know were possible. I've started using it while watching TV, much to the amusement of anyone who walks in. My living room has officially become a low-stakes circus.It's also great for standing desk users. Instead of just standing there like a static human, you can subtly (or not so subtly) wobble your way to better balance and a stronger core. Just try not to fall over during your next video call.The build quality is fantastic – it feels sturdy and looks great. It's a piece of workout equipment that you don't feel the need to hide in a closet when guests come over.If you want a challenging, fun, and slightly humbling way to improve your balance and core strength, and you don't mind looking a little silly while you do it, get this board. It's a fantastic addition to any home, and it might just make you appreciate the simple act of standing on two feet a little bit more.

It seems a little on the expensive side, but the quality is top notch. It's surprisingly hard to balance on with one foot, and invites more use than I thought it would. My 6 year old loves it, and plays on it while watching TV. I can't think of anything going against it.

I suck at this but keep trying. It's fun and challenging and hopefully will help strengthen muscles in a low impact way.

The quality is great and everybody in the family, adults and kids alike can use it. I had no idea how bad my balance was, but it's fun to work on. It stacks upright to take up minimal space so it is easy to store. The kids have a ton of fun on then and overall I would say pricey, but if you can get it on sale it is well worth the money.

Super cool!!! Great for core & balance work. I'm working on my general health, and this is something that can be done at home or in the office (after funny looks, there is much interest!).

My Grandson loves it. Everyone in the family tried it out - Hard to walk by it without getting on. Appears very durable, I'm sure he will use it a lot!

This board is addictively challenging! No assembly required, I can feel my core getting stronger.

Love it! It’s fun doing the balance work. I’m 66 and in good physical condition. My husband has a back issue, so I wouldn’t want him on it just in case he contorted his body to try and balance and hurt himself. I feel very comfortable on it and it’s so low to the ground, I don’t worry about falling and hurting myself. Though I give myself plenty of room around the furniture.