Rebounders are mini trampolines that can be used in your own home and have been available for many years in the of health and fitness products. A rebounder is a safe and natural way for obese individuals to move the body without compromising the joints, while aiding the body in moving waste through the body and supporting lymph drainage for greater health and energy. The rebounder also supports weight loss as you burn calories, using resistance against the body with each rebound. It can also be an effective way to exercise for obese people who might struggle with other styles of physical activity. Toning and sculpting can also be accomplished through proper technique.
Step 1
Place the rebounder outside in a safe and private place, as sun exposure for 15 to 20 minutes supports circulation and health, suggests both RawFoodBootCamp.com and MedicalNewsToday. If the weather does not permit, place the rebounder indoors with plenty of room around it.
Step 2
Move the body slowly to the left and to the right, exchanging your weight from one leg to the other. Create a slight -- very minimal -- jumping motion, but do not leave the platform mat. The simple exchange of weight and basic up-and-down rebounding movement supports lymphatic flow, suggests HolisticHealthTools.com. Complete two full minutes at this warm-up stage to increase lymph drainage by 14 percent, suggests Jutta Tobkin, a certified reboundologist.
Step 3
Spread your legs shoulder-width apart, and move up and down gently, with equal weight on each leg at every point. Once you create a rhythm, allow your body to subtly leave the mat, but minimally, and only if you feel strong enough. This stimulates the reflex points of the bottom of the feet through leaving and then returning to the mat. Complete this exercise for three to five minutes.
Step 4
Sit in the center of the rebounder and place your feet in a comfortable position in front of your body. Use your arms and core strength to bounce your body on the rebounder. This takes the pressure off the knees and ankles for a short time and engages the core, arms and back. Rebound while sitting for five to seven minutes.
Tips and Warnings
- Use a support bar or a wall to help support your motions if you do not feel strong enough or able to bounce on your own.
- Ask your doctor about their recommendations of exercise before you begin a rebounding routine.
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