Jumping on a trampoline is, without a doubt, one of the best exercises you can do. That’s because, instead of engaging just one or two muscle groups, it puts your whole body in motion. A favorite exercise for everyone from astronauts to athletes, it makes sense why they would get so much out of a little jumping time. We’re going to detail which muscles are worked out when jumping on a trampoline, why they are involved, and the benefits that come with each. When you want to see what all the fuss is about, come on down to Rebounderz in Lansdale. We’ll put a spring in your step!

-Abdominal Muscles

Through the process of jumping up and down on a trampoline, you’re required to tense your muscles up in preparation of the jump, then you relax them as you soar through the air. This act engages your abdominal muscles without you even thinking about it. Thanks to the way it consistently works the abs, while staying low-impact, many believe it is a more effective way to exercise them than crunches or sit-ups. Building strength in your core can do everything from improving your posture to helping you lift heavier things with less trouble.

-Lower Body

When NASA conducted a study regarding the effects of jumping on a trampoline, they found that jumping for just 10 minutes was 68 percent more effective at exercising the cardiovascular system than 30 minutes of running or jogging. From that point, they included trampolining into their astronaut training protocol. Due to the loss of bone tissue that comes with spending extended periods of time in space, astronauts found success when they jumped on a trampoline. The low-impact nature of the process allowed them to rebuild what had been lost at a faster rate while maintaining a level of safety high-impact running could not provide.

Naturally, your legs are consistently working when on a trampoline. Whether it’s controlling your jump and the power behind it or they’re just working to maintain your balance, they’re highly engaged. That means even small movements are able to strengthen your leg muscles as you jump up and down. It does wonders for your gluteus maximus, as well.

-Back Muscles

Working in conjunction with your abdominal muscles, your back muscles, especially those near your spine, are a part of strengthening your core. With every bounce you make, your back muscles contract to maintain your balance and the power of your jump. This consistent process improves your overall balance, as well as strengthens your shoulder blade area. Having strong back muscles can help avoid back pain issues as you grow older as well, so it’s always a good idea to start early!

-Upper Body

Though you may not realize it, your arms are surprisingly integral to jumping on a trampoline. As you swing them in time with your jumps, you’re actually engaging those muscles more than you would think. Not only do your arms help you keep your balance as you’re jumping, they can help you prepare for a jump in the coiling and explosion process.

-Cardiac Muscle

It’s easy to forget, but your heart is a muscle, too! Though it is a low-impact exercise for most of your body, trampolining is high-intensity for your cardiovascular system. With all of your muscles engaged in jumping, your heart works hard to pump blood and oxygen to them. When you regularly work out your cardiovascular muscles, you can lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart attacks and blood clots.

-Other Hidden Benefits

While they may not be directly connected to muscles, there are some other big health benefits to be found with trampolining. Not only is it an incredibly effective workout when you want to burn some calories, it can also help kickstart your body’s natural metabolism, thanks to the endorphins you’re working up. Trampolining has benefits you can’t even see, but they improve your life immensely.

We know exercise can feel like a chore sometimes, but jumping on a trampoline is always fun! Come to Rebounderz in Lansdale and we’re sure that you’ll get a workout that won’t just be effective, it’ll also be exciting and different from your bog standard fitness routine. Take advantage of the benefits you can get out of trampoline while you have some family fun with the kids. We hope to see you soon!