What are the benefits of the mini rebound trampolines? Does it burn calories, strengthen the legs and core, help balance? Why is it good for seniors? I have looked at them over the past few years but never bought one for fear it would also end up at a consignment auction, just like my previous home exercise equipment.
Yes. But like any other exercise equipment, you have to use it to benefit. I use mine several times a week; it's easy and fun.
Okay, you convinced me. I ordered one. With all the money I've saved by not actually buying a tractor, I can afford it.
Monday, I think, but possibly today. The delivery date says Monday but it was in Southern Maine yesterday, and I often get things the day after they arrive in Southern Maine, although sometimes they make a stop in Eastern Maine.
Any mini-trampers still using their rebounders? I'm still mini-tramping (that is where you are sleazy in a small way, as opposed to maxi-tramping. ha ha) I guess it's just a habit for me now.
Bumping up this thread to get an update on the senior trampoline saga. Has Ken assembled his Yet? Have any of you thinking of getting one actually pulled the trigger? Do you experienced trampers still see benefits? I am thinking this might be great for winter when walking becomes a hazard. Ok, ladies, I know you are talking about mini-trampolines indoors, but you gotta admire this old lady's enthusiasm. Ask yourself, "How bad do you want to tramp?" I love her shovel-assisted exit..
I spent a whole evening reading reviews last week. It seems like none of them last very long. Even expensive ones. It's possible one might outlast my interest. Love the video. Lots of work cleaning that thing off.
My reason for not getting one is I am trying to downsize. I thought I was eccentric until I watched some of Nancy Today's videos on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/c/NancyToday
Uh oh. It didn't seem that eccentric to me. But things you only have to do once in a while are fun. Dread repetitive things, like laundry and dishes, dusting. I see she lives in Ontario.
I still use mine several times a week...just about every day. I have a room dedicated to dusty exercise equipment including a pulley thing that hangs on a door. I use it for stretching my surgery side and shoulder so that I don't lose range-of-motion on that side. I turn on the TV in that room, do my shoulder stretches, then bounce for 5-20 minutes depending on what else I have to do. It gets my heart rate up and is easy on my joints, and I usually do this twice a day. I also still do the Leslie Sansone walking videos or use the glider (which @Yvonne Smith mentioned earlier in this thread) since I don't like to walk outside these days. @Nancy Hart -- I have never worn out a rebounder, but I don't do the aggressive bouncing that a younger, more athletic person would. The one I have now is over 2 years old and doesn't seem to have lost any of the "rebound" on the mat. If you try one, buy a decent one and not the cheapest; you want a firm "bounce" and not too soft/saggy. They are not very expensive and you might find one in a resale shop. @Faye Fox -- we used to have one of the large outdoor trampolines when the kids were home. It was fun but not for women with "leaky plumbing," if you get my drift.