Trampolinists and rebounders have long since known about the vast health benefits trampolining brings, but what exactly are they and why are they so important? Just a ten minute rebounding session can produce benefits that are comparable to that of a thirty minute run, in essence creating much faster and more efficient aerobic exercise.
Trampoline exercise increases the body's pulse rate leading oxygen to be pumped more efficiently around the body, which increases the overall cardiovascular fitness.
Many doctors advocate the use of trampolining, particularly after a heart attack or heart conditions to strengthen the heart in a less stressful and fun way.
Virtually every muscle in the body exerts some force during trampolining exercise, especially the abdominal muscles and legs and arms, which helps to trim and tone problem areas of the tummy, bottom and thighs.
Indeed research points to the fact that exercise on a trampoline can boost a person's metabolic rate, which ultimately also helps keep gained weight off.
The strenuous and repetitive nature exerted during rebound exercise provided by trampolining is strenuous and repetitive, creating low impact stress on the bones which can help improve skeletal development over time.
Trampolining requires high concentration and also finds its health benefits in developing coordination and motor skills.
Rebounding, balance and anticipation of the next bounce, lets the trampolinist control a variety of different muscles simultaneously.
Research also points to trampolining have a beneficial impact on children with autism, developing coordination and sensory awareness and perception with every rebound.
In conclusion trampolining carries with it many healthy benefits including improved cardiovascular fitness, coordination and toning of muscles as well as being a fun exercise technique.
Trampolines are now readily available and can be used for all ages in the comfort and safety of your home in an outdoor space.