Summer is just around the corner. If you’re thinking of picking up a new exercise routine this year, here’s an idea — rebounding.
Jumping on a trampoline is high intensity and low impact exercise. You can enjoy all the below health benefits without stressing out your body.
1. Boosting your lymphatic system
The lymphatic system is where our bodies send all toxins. Activating your lymph circulation cleanses these toxins away and keeps you healthy.1 This is especially important to those who work in an office all day without much movement. (Here are simple exercises you can do by and at your desk to keep yourself healthy.)
2. Improving your balance
The constant jumping means your body has to keep working to stay balanced, making you more aware of your center of gravity. The increased blood flow also keeps you alert and improves your vision.2
3. Better motor skill
Both sides of your brain and body have to work at the same time as you jump in order to keep your body coordinated.2
4. Helping digestion
Rebounding involves constant contraction and relaxation of muscles, cleansing your digestive system along the way. Jumping also improves your metabolism, which contributes to nutrient absorption and weight loss.2
5. Stress buster
Jumping, just like many other exercises, releases endorphins, which keeps you stay positive and happy. It is a great way to avoid stress and depression.2
6. Strengthens pelvic floor
Rebounding helps strengthen muscles around the pelvic floor.2 They are muscles that support the pelvic organs and give us control over the bladder and bowel.
Rebounding classes are increasingly common in Hong Kong. Try it out under the guidance of fitness coaches and bounce your way to better health this summer!
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