You loved doing it as a child, but did you know that bouncing on a trampoline might be one of the best full-body exercises you can do as an adult? But it's so much fun, you say, how can it possibly be exercise? Well, according to NASA, "rebounding", which is just fancy terminology for jumping up and down on a mini-trampoline, is 68% more effective than jogging! That's great news for the child in us all.
Rebounding is considered a plyometric exercise which not only "jump-starts" your metabolism, it also detoxifies the body, reduces fat, and provides a comprehensive cardio and strength-training workout. Who would have thought you could get a full-body workout, including core, glutes, quads, hamstrings and shoulders, simply by bouncing up and down with gravity and a few springs to keep you moving?
Athletes are finding that they can practice skills such as jumping, sprinting, and even weight training while balancing on a trampoline. Volleyball and basketball players find it particularly effective, and it's even great for seniors and people with disabilities (be sure to get the okay from your doctor first). For regular folks who just want a fun new way to exercise, you can do some great stomach strengthening, among other things, simply by rebounding on a trampoline at your gym or in your very own home.
On your own or in a class, rebounding a couple times a week will have you jumping for joy at the prospect of a stronger core and better overall health.
