Trampoline and Reluctant Children

Lately,  I’ve been thinking a lot about how a trampoline is a fantastic tool to get reluctant children involved in physical activities.  Think about it– many children are hesitant to try new things, because they feel like they may not be skilled enough, or it seems scary, or maybe they are just shy around new kids.  As a result, these kids may be more sedentary than other children, which can lead to scores of health problems and mental anguish.

Bouncing is excellent for these shy kids because it provides an immediate result.  They can control the height of the bounce, the time spent exercising, and level of intensity.  Almost anyone can bounce and have a good time.  Aside from balance and coordination, which come naturally, there are no skills that you absolutely need to know.  Shy kids may also benefit from bouncing since it is not recommended that more than one person be allowed on the the trampoline at one time.  They can make their own rules and regulations for any games that they may create and not have to worry about competing with more athletically-gifted children.

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Trampoline and Leg Muscles

My leg muscles are so sore this morning. I spent all day yesterday playing with my kids and I have to tell you—I haven’t had that much exercise in a long time.  All of that running around just about killed me.  Kerri keeps telling me that I’m more of a kid than my sons are, and she’s probably right!

I forgot how much exercise you can get from a trampoline.  I didn’t realize that they provided so much of a workout, but I was wrong.  The weather was so nice and I was having such a good time that I didn’t realize how much I had exercised until this morning.  I think I’m just getting old!  I’ve always wondered how the kids have as much energy as they do.    They just want to keep jumping until dark. I can’t really complain, though; it’s good for them to be so active and they look really healthy.  They’re growing so fast–we might have to get them a larger trampoline soon before they’re too big for this one!  My boys are going to be men before I know it.

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