Not only are trampolines extremely fun to jump and play on, they also make a great tool for working out. Exercises on trampolines, often called rebounding exercises, provide new options to eliminate repetitiveness in your workouts while adding numerous benefits to your health. If you are looking for a fun workout, try exercising on a trampoline. They are not just for kids anymore.
Warm-Up
Before doing any type of trampoline workout, begin with at least a five minutes of warm-up. Stand on the trampoline surface and position your feet shoulder-width apart. Use the spring to move your body up and down but do not lift your toes or heels from the trampoline. While the warm-up won't take your breath away, it will elevate your heart rate while working on coordination and muscle use.
Jumping Jog
The jumping jog routine combines the benefits of running and the fun of jumping. The jumping jog begins with you standing in the center of the trampoline. As you finish your warm-up, gradually begin to elevate yourself until your feet are coming just off the trampoline. Begin to jog as your feet come up, raising your knees as high as possible each time you take a step. Perform the jumping jog for three minutes.
Bounce and Kick
Begin jumping up and down on the trampoline, gradually increasing your height until you are jumping as high as you are comfortable. As you are in your upward motion, extend your right leg in a kicking motion, raising it as high as you can. Lower your leg as you are on your way back down. On the next jump, do the same thing with your left leg. A five-minute session of the bounce and kick burns calories while strengthening your legs.
Bounce and Stretch
When working out on a trampoline, it is important to include your upper body as part of your regimen. As your body is being launched into the air, stretch your right arm and reach for the sky. On the next bounce, reach your left arm toward the sky. On the third bounce, reach out with both arms simultaneously. Repeat while stretching your arms to the front of your body. To add some variety, perform the bounce and stretch routine as your are performing your kicking motions in the bounce and kick exercise. Continue the exercise for around five minutes.
References
- "The New Miracles of Rebound Exercise"; Albert Carter; 1988
- "Teach Yourself Fitness"; Jeffery Archer; 2005
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