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Terra-Core balance trainer review

I have been using the Terra-Core for a while now and I have to say, I am pretty impressed. The Terra-Core is a balance trainer that can also be used as a fully functional bench. This review will cover everything you need to know about the Terra-Core and if it is the right addition for your home gym.

Terra-Core design

At first glance, the Terra-Core reminded me of an oval-shaped Bosu ball and I did not understand the hype. After looking closer, I realized it is designed very differently and does not even compare. The Terra-Core weighs 28lbs and offers a huge variety of workouts. The top is made of high-density polyethylene that feels very durable and is easy to clean. There are also markings along the top that help with stability and placement. When I was doing squats, for example, the markings were a nice guide that helped keep me centered.

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The bottom side is flat and includes push-up handles for wide or narrow push-ups. Having these handles provides more of a challenge compared to normal push-ups done on the ground. There are also ridges along the base of the Terra-Core. I did not understand the purpose of these until I watched the introduction video. Their function here is actually a brilliant design idea since they are for holding resistance bands in place. During a workout, you can place resistance bands between the ridges, and they will not slide around.

Terra-Core package

Along with the Terra-Core itself, you also receive a measuring tape and pump. They describe the pump on the Terra-Core website as “terribly inefficient.” It is a very basic pump but I thought it worked pretty well when I used it. But the first time you inflate your Terra-Core, it will definitely get your shoulders burning.

I was confused by the measuring tape at first, to be honest. When I initially saw it I thought, “Wow. They must really expect everyone to lose inches if they send you a measuring tape,” but then I realized it is actually for measuring how much air to pump into the Terra-Core.

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Less air in the Terra-Core means less stability and more reactivity when you are balancing, while more air means more stability and less reactivity. They recommend you inflate your Terra-Core around 21-22 inches, so you have a more solid base while you are getting used to it.

They also include a chart of Terra-Core workouts, with pictures, so you can get started using it right away. Setting up the Terra-Core was very easy and took me a total of maybe ten minutes.

Terra-Core app 

I already knew some of the workouts I wanted to try on the Terra-Core, but the chart gave me so many more ideas. I was also really excited when I realized they had an app you can download as well to stream on-demand classes from.

On the side of the Terra-Core, there is a QR code users can scan to take them to the Terra-Core website. From there, they can choose to purchase the Terra-Core on-demand plan for $149.99 a year or $19.99 a month. They also offer a fourteen-day trial in case users would like to try out the app before purchasing.

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As I mentioned previously, the app offers an introduction video for new Terra-Core users. I found the way it described the set-up very helpful. Plus, they give you even more workout suggestions at the end.

The app offers quite a few workout categories to choose from including HIIT, sculpt, lower body, active aging, prenatal, yoga, and more. You can also browse classes by difficulty level and duration.

One feature I found very useful is that you can download classes to take later if you ever want to use the Terra-Core in a place where you may not have service. The app does not offer a ton of workouts in each category to choose from, but there is definitely enough to get you started.  

Thoughts on the Terra-Core 

Overall, I really enjoy using the Terra-Core and I think it is designed very well. What I love most is that you do not need to change your workout plan to incorporate the Terra-Core if you don’t want to. You can still do the same exercises, but instead, do them on the Terra-Core for an extra stability challenge.

Plus, if you run out of exercise ideas, the Terra-Core itself weighs 28lbs. So even if you just lift it without doing any other movements, it will be a workout. I feel that since the Terra-Core is such a unique product and is good for all fitness levels, the ways you can use it are endless.

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Avatar for Kayli Roberts Kayli Roberts

Kayli is an artist and yoga lover living in Ventura, CA. When she’s not testing out the latest fitness equipment, you can find her on the beach or painting in her studio.