Welcome to AOK Health
Leaders in Balance Training
Mission Statement
“AOK through research, development and practical application shall develop or select the world’s best functional exercise and rehabilitation equipment for sale and distribution worldwide.
AOK will build an international network of business partners, research partners and advocates to ensure we stay at the cutting edge in all aspects of our business operations.”
Our Products Include:
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Specials
New Products
Product order Form
mediBall / Duraball Pro
mediBall / Duraball Max
Ball Accessories
Other Balls
Terapi Master (SET)
Seating
Rehabilitation
Women's Health
Training Aids
Education & Reference Materials
Miscellaneous Products
Product Search
Yoga Mats
History
AOK Health grew from the applied functional exercise programming developed by our Managing Director, Bradley Wilson in the early 1980’s. Bradley, a sports scientist and senior martial arts instructor looked to apply the posture and core balance aspects of traditional martial arts with modern exercise science and rehabilitation practice.
The transition of these ideas into a business came with the application of balance ‘tools’ such as wobble boards and Swiss balls in the early 1990’s. In 1995 Bradley, after extensive development and testing at the University of Newcastle, released mediBall Pro® (also known as DuraBall Pro) the safest, strongest and best-wearing Swiss ball in the world. Since this time the AOK Research & Development team, under Bradley’s guidance, have developed over 20 unique products and tested hundreds of others in order to find a range of products that can be used by practitioners to enhance functional performance, balance skills, core strength and fine motor skill acquisition.
AOK Health - It’s all about balance!
Balance refers to the vertical alignment of the body in movement. Optimal balance requires the least amount of muscle work to maintain posture and minimise the stress on the overall body structure. Many of AOK Health’s products are aimed at developing and maintaining optimal balance and therefore peak functional performance of the user.
The rapid advancement of technologies and increased automated processes of our current environment has lessened physical activity as part of our daily functioning. This has meant, for many of us, more time sitting and less movement which in turn reduces flexibility, placing more strain on the lower back. AOK Health specialise in functional exercise equipment which increases the body’s balance & functional fitness, essential for daily living and wellbeing.
Functional exercise refers to exercises which strengthen muscle groups that allow us to perform daily tasks more efficiently while reducing the risk of injury. Most of our daily tasks such as hanging out washing, sweeping, mowing and sitting require several muscle groups to work in conjunction to allow us to perform movements such as twisting, turning, balancing and stretching. The more efficiently they work together the less likely these activities will cause injury. How often do you hear of someone “putting their back out” from performing basic, functional tasks such as bending to pick something up or stretching to reach something? The risk of these types of injuries can be greatly reduced through the strengthening of the body’s core balance system.
FAQs:
How do I become a reseller of AOK products?
Where is my nearest supplier of AOK products?
Many of the AOK Health products are available through a number of retail outlets such as Rebel Sport, Fit Biz, Sit Back & Relax and Gym Quip. For a detailed list of locations, go to Retail on the menu bar. AOK products are also carried by Sportstek & Health Trek in Melbourne. For contact details of these suppliers, go to Distributors.
What is core balance?
Core balance is currently the buzzword in the health and fitness industry, but what does it mean? When we refer to the ‘core’ it is a group of muscles surrounding the spine which, when contracted, stabilise the spine providing a base of support to enable the body to generate movement in the extremities.
Core balance involves the coordinated use of many muscles rather than the isolation of a specific muscle. Often strength training programs focus solely on the obvious or large muscles however these larger muscles do not work independently and rely on stabilising muscles to maximise performance. The core is the origin of all movement and so a strong core provides a solid foundation for all body movements.
Why is it important?
Strong core balance assists in the prevention of back pain and reducing the risk of injury even in basic daily body functions. Core balance also assists in maintaining good posture, increasing balance skills and coordination and optimising the performance of the body.
Natural Therapy Products
Books, DVDs & CDs, Exercise Balls, Fitness Equipment, Posture Products, Practitioner Products, Yoga Ball, Yoga Mat
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