Mini Trampolines

hooked on books · ‎10-15-2018

Does anyone use one of those mini trampolines, I think it may be called a "rebounder" to exercise? I had heard they might be a good low impact way to move the body. I'm so out of shape and don't exercise and thought this might be a fun way to at least start moving! I wanted one with the handle to hold onto while "jumping".

santorini · ‎03-09-2010

I have a Bellicon. It's fun to use and I love it. A friend of mine wanted one and found a less expensive model at Costco. The brand name is Jump Sport and she really likes it.

hooked on books · ‎10-15-2018

@santorini, thanks! They are pretty small and come with the handle, right? I figure I need to start somewhere! I'll check those out online! 😃

santorini · ‎03-09-2010

Mine is 49". I do not have the bar that you mentioned but it is available for a separate purchase. My friend said her Jump Sport came with the bar at Costco. I think it was around $550.

jeanlake · ‎03-10-2010

Love the rebounder. Gave mine away when I started going to gym. Mine wasn't expensive. Easy to pick up and place in front of TV. Give it a try. Remember to move your arms around - great for shoulders. Wear shoes. I started out doing it barefoot and there was no arch support. Ouch. Wish I had one now. Grandkids love it too

"I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees." Henry David Thoreau

meem120 · ‎03-09-2010

The handle is usually a seperate purchase. Take it easy when you start. It is harder than it looks.

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

Buy a good one...not a cheap one. The cheap ones can be dangerous...springs break and the base is not stable. You get what you pay for.

hopi · ‎03-09-2010

@hooked on books

Yes ,they are excellent. Go very slow until you know your physical weaknesses. Be careful and watch with your body reactions. Get a excellent quality and safe rebounder. Watch video's within your age range and realize you are a beginner no matter how good it feels.

hooked on books · ‎10-15-2018

I know, I need to check with my cardiologist first. I just had a catherization done last week (which was clear) and I'm on a 30 day heart monitor now. Doc is trying to get to the bottom of my heartbeat irregularities and chest pain. I really want to get started on some kind of exercise but I know I need to take it slow. I'm a plus sized woman and want to make sure whatever I end up ordering will be appropriate for my weight. UGH!!! Before anyone suggests walking, I confess, I HATE walking. So many people really love to walk but I'm not one of them and I already know I would be setting myself up for defeat if I claimed I was going to start a walking program. I'm not a lazy person in general, I just hate to walk.😣

hopi · ‎03-09-2010

@hooked on books wrote:
I know, I need to check with my cardiologist first. I just had a catherization done last week (which was clear) and I'm on a 30 day heart monitor now. Doc is trying to get to the bottom of my heartbeat irregularities and chest pain. I really want to get started on some kind of exercise but I know I need to take it slow. I'm a plus sized woman and want to make sure whatever I end up ordering will be appropriate for my weight. UGH!!! Before anyone suggests walking, I confess, I HATE walking. So many people really love to walk but I'm not one of them and I already know I would be setting myself up for defeat if I claimed I was going to start a walking program. I'm not a lazy person in general, I just hate to walk.😣

Used to love walking but had a meniscus tear and repair, walking has become a problem. My recommendation to you would be to get a stationary bike, easier and safer than a rebounder. Scwhinn Airdyn is top line and will last you forever. Put it in front of a tv you will easily get in better shape.