Mini Trampolines

When it comes to the exercise benefits of a trampoline, size does not matter. While the big outdoor variety can give you a massive workout, the smaller mini trampolines were specifically designed to give your body a run for its money.

The mini trampoline is usually about 40 inches in diameter and comes in several designs and configurations. While most of the mini trampolines are round, some, like the Hedstrom child's mini trampoline are square. The mini trampoline was designed to have many uses in trampoline aerobics exercises. Some of the small mini trampolines are static while other mini trampolines will fold up for easy storage or transportation in case you want to take your aerobics exercising to an outdoor location.

If you desire to increase your stamina with mini trampoline workouts, you can check out online sites that offer free workout videos and exercise routines. One such is the American Institute of Reboundology, Inc. Their website offers a full line of mini trampolines from child's mini trampolines to the heavy-duty variety that is perfect for the adult workout. They offer online and forum support for the dedicated rebounder.

One of the most important factors to look into when purchasing a mini trampoline is to see that the frame goes not have any flexing in it when in use. The cheaply made mini trampolines that do this are very prone to collapsing and causing falls as they will rebound in a random direction. A heavy gauge frame on a quality mini trampoline will stay rigid for a controllable rebound. If you take your mini trampoline exercises outside you should avoid getting the rebounding surface wet. Not only will moisture decay the flexibility of your mini trampoline, there is the added danger of slipping if the trampoline rebounding surface is wet. Also check the springs on your mini trampoline. They should be high grade spring steel and not have a lot of give to them.

You should make sure that your exercise area has enough room in both height and width to accommodate your bounce. Protective gym pads on the floor around the exercise area are another safety feature you may wish to invest in. The exercises that are possible on a mini trampoline have been proven to aid cardiovascular and respiratory systems better than many of the traditional exercises. Since quality mini trampolines can be found that run as little as a hundred dollars, there are good reasons to add reboundology to your daily exercise routine.