Using a trampoline fantastic for improving the body’s balance and bilateral motor skills.   Bouncing cultivates and improves the body’s ability to sense and maintain proper balance.  When an individual is standing or moving on firm ground, the body’s balance remains stable.  However, the motion of bouncing on the jump mat requires the brain to locate new and changing centers of gravity while the body goes through the rebounds.

The jump mat acts as an unstable ground on which the body must always readjust itself on both sides to maintain balance while the trampoline is in use.  Coordinating the two sides of the body forces the brain to function bilaterally.  The increased bilateral motor skills gained by using a trampoline results in improved balance, greater dexterity, better kinesthetic awareness, improved coordination, and improved muscle control.

You can try many different exercises that will improve your bilateral motor skills.  For example, try spanning both arms out at the same time while jumping.  Or, while jumping, lift one arm above the head while the other arm is at your side and then switch.  Be creative!  You can tailor your bilateral motor skill routine to suit your needs and athletic considerations.

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