Core and strength work doesn’t have to be boring – why not try bouncing up and down on a mini trampoline? We spoke to James Winfield from Rebound UK to find out how rebounding can benefit runnersSo,James, what exactly is a rebounder? A rebounder is a mini trampoline used for exercising, or that is low impact whether designed correctly. They can be either bungee sprung,or made with metal springs. They are used for an alternative and fun way to exercise suitable for all ages and abilities.
How does it differ from my child’s mini trampoline? There are many different “mini trampoline” devices on the market, which offer a varying degree of fitness benefits for participants, and depending on the design and build quality. A child’s mini trampoline is very lightweight with small springs,and isn’t designed for an adult to use for an exercise lesson or domestic fitness programme. Professional rebounders weigh more than 10kg, and have large muscle shape springs providing a resilient bounce.
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Source: theguardian.com