It doesn’t matter whether you are thinking about getting a trampoline for the children to play on in the garden or perhaps just a small model for you to use just for yourself it is still one of the best investments you will ever make where your health is concerned.

Trampoline exercise benefits have been fully written about in recent years.  Several benefits can be listed as helping with weight loss, reduction of blood pressure, kidney stones and diabetes.

One of the main reasons that trampoline exercise is good and effective is that the exercise is unique with weightlessness being achieved at the pinnacle of every bounce with a force double that of gravity being achieved at the zenith point.  The G-force that is produced by the users bouncing will aid stimulation of the lymph system that bears the responsibility of the ridding of toxins and debris thus destroying cancerous cells or dead cells and immunity.

Trampolines come in numerous different types and all sizes and shapes.  The decision as to which one you select is usually determined according to your budget and your reason for what its use will be.  The most popular trampolines are rectangle, square and circular. 

Circular trampolines are mainly used for family use.  Larger ones are able to support in excess of one jumper at a time and they produce a more controlled bounce.  The springs are evenly distributed from the middle.

The surface area of a square trampoline is bigger than that of a circular trampoline of an identical diameter.  Although it is not recommended large square trampolines definitely facilitate for in excess of one person to bounce on the trampoline simultaneously.

The large rectangular models are used in the world of gymnastics because the bounce you can achieve is far more powerful because of the positioning of the springs.  The gymnast therefore has extra time in which to perform their repertoire thus it is far more suitable for expert gymnasts and any prospective gymnast. 

If you are not keen on outdoor jumping then why not consider a mini trampoline that is small enough for indoors and used whatever the weather.  They can easily be carried around and you can find some that are foldable so they can be transported on holiday if you so desire.

The size of most garden trampolines range from 8ft to 14ft and these can be found in larger gardens.  Most are circular to enable a safety net to be fitted more easily around the outside.  It is paramount to have a safety net simply because they are often used by youngsters and the net will help to make sure the user is prevented from falling off.

Finally how about a water trampoline!  These can be great fun especially when you are on holiday.  They are also easier for setting up than the standard garden trampoline and because they are surrounded by water they are somewhat safer to use.  

Whatever size or shape trampoline you finally decide upon you can be assured that you will find trampolining and the rebounding sensation will prove an exhilarating and very rewarding exercise.             

If you have paid strict attention to your neighbourhood in recent years you would probably have noticed an increase in the number of trampolines appearing in peoples gardens.  We succumbed to the wishes of our children a few weeks ago and have had no regrets and it is fair to say we both make use of it especially when the children are not looking. 

Although many still see these items as only for children they do without doubt provide excellent opportunities for both children and adults to discover the benefits of a trampoline for exercise and physical fitness as well as for the children to play and jump around on. 

Although it might be convenient to have a separate unit for keeping fit on it is not justified money wise and the trampoline used by the children can easily be used by the adults as well. 

Trampoline activity and exercise differs greatly form other traditional exercises and can make it into a fun time for all.  Any workout for adults can be more challenging simply because they need to learn the intricacies of mastering the apparatus.  It may look easy but as I can confirm it is certainly different from those dreaded physical education lessons at school.  Perhaps it’s the age thing!

The aerobics involved with bouncing around on a fitness trampoline will help to strengthen the heart in the same fashion as running.  Any increase in cardio rate would encourage the use of energy and loss of weight.  Just spending as little as between five and ten minutes on the trampoline is par with running a mile but with far less effort and of course much less time. Exercising on the trampoline will help to tone the muscles in the lower part of your body.  The thighs, hips, legs, stomach and abdomen are all involved with trampoline exercise.  A workout on the trampoline can be made into a fun activity for each and every member of the family.

Many athletes will use a trampoline because it helps them improve their coordination.  Trampoline jumping is not just bouncing up and down.  Reaching great height takes a lot of skill as is landing properly.  Merely getting the hang of the apparatus can become a challenge.  Even though it might take a while you will find that once you learn the basics and they get into your blood the addiction to trampolining will begin. When you start to get proficient you will be able to get higher and consequently more energy efficient when trampolining.

If you have joint problems or knee injuries a rebound or small trampoline will be ideal for you.  Smaller trampolines are not made for high jumping thus there is not so much pressure during exercise on your joints.  There are many other benefits in using fitness trampolines.  Your breathing will be helped because of the increased capacity in the lungs; you should also notice a lowering of your cholesterol levels, a reduction in tension and a definite increase in your energy levels. 

Trampolining is a great way for you to keep in shape and to enjoy it.  Why don’t you get a trampoline and you will find it is really something you can enjoy.    

As with any reasonably large purchase you need to do your homework before buying.  A trampoline certainly comes under this category.  You can get small ones but in the main they are fairly large constructions.  Let us consider a few tips before you part with your hard earned money so that the children – and adults – can have years of fun.

Firstly think about will this be a nine day wonder and then will it be discarded.  Apart from the fact it takes up a good deal of space it can also cost a good deal of money so careful thought needs to be given as to whether it will be used on a regular basis in order to justify the outlay. 

Hopefully we know our children well enough to reach a conclusion on this and it is a fair bet that even after just a week or so they will be difficult to remove from it. 

Having decided to go ahead with the purchase you now need to decide upon its shape.   A lot may depend on the size and shape of the garden or back yard but circular ones seem to be very popular.  These are not as powerful as the rectangular ones used by gymnasts and those some of us remember from those dark days of PE lessons at school. 

The circular trampolines will direct the jumper to the centre of the apparatus thus giving more safety consideration.  The rectangular ones could be slightly dangerous for youngsters and would need constant parental supervision.

Size is important where trampolines are concerned.  As we have already mentioned the size of the back yard or garden is important.  In the United Kingdom round trampolines have a size measured in feet and this refers to the diameter.  You can buy a circular trampoline anywhere from 6 feet up to 16 feet. 

Ensure you measure for an additional 18-24 inches around the perimeter of the trampoline to allow for the erection of safety nets and an allowance for the flex of the net when the jumpers move against it.  For obvious reasons the new trampoline should stand on level ground and not be erected under hanging branches or bushes. 

One excellent idea is to chalk or mark out the space where the trampoline will stand in order to get some idea of the size and space it will occupy. 

An important factor when you are paying a lot of money is how long it is expected to last.   If you delve into the world of trampolines you will find some are available with 5 year warranties, perhaps more. 

To this end make sure you buy one that will be big enough for when your child is a few years older than now.  This will give them time to ‘grow into it’ (just like clothing!) and will avoid the necessity to purchase another one in a couple of year’s time.

Finally where do you buy your trampoline from?  In today’s market the Internet is the obvious choice for many of us and with delivery sometimes offered free of charge life is made easy for us. The trampoline packages are so heavy in some cases that no family car would be able to either support the weight or prove spacious enough to carry everything.   

The internet will in all probability be cheaper than the high street so the question is easily answered for you.