Abstract: An exercise device comprising an elongate shaft coupled to a base, which may provide support to maintain the elongate shaft in an upright, vertical position. The elongate shaft may include one or more gripping members, such as foam sleeves, for grasping the elongate shaft. A method of exercise using the exercise device is also disclosed. The method of exercise includes having a participant move in a controlled movement, such as a gyratory motion, while maintaining balance in order to extend one's outer extents of balance and/or pain.