MINDBODY 
REBOUNDING, A WORKOUT THAT’S ALL ABOUT THE BOUNCE
Looking for a low-impact, high-intensity workout with an added side of giggles? Meet the Rebounder, a mini-trampoline that allows for a rhythmic bounce (or rebound). Rebounding is a cardiovascular exercise that strengthens your entire body, with a particular focus on the legs, glutes, and core. The Rebounder’s bounce support – whether springs or bungees – absorbs most of the impact from jumping, thus decreasing the pressure on the joints. This makes it a great alternative to higher-impact cardio moves like jumping jacks or running. But the rebounding benefits don’t stop at strength and heart health!
Rebounding Benefits:
Bone Health
As we age, maintaining bone density is key in fighting the onset of osteoporosis. A study by NASA found that Rebounding provides an increased G-force, or gravitational force. This can help with maintaining and even enhancing bone density. Take it a step further by pairing rebounding with resistance training for a powerful combo that can amplify the fight against age-related bone and muscle loss.
Improved Balance and Coordination
Your proprioception – or knowing where you are in space – is challenged with the experience of bouncing and working against gravity. Developing stronger proprioception helps improve your motor skills. Building your body awareness and balance can reduce the risk of falling and falling-related injuries.
Stimulates the Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system, responsible for clearing toxins and waste from the body, relies on movement and muscle contraction to make it flow. Moving lymph in the body helps bring down inflammation, removes bacteria and viruses, and moves stagnant fluid that can pool in areas like legs and feet. The up-and-down bouncing motion on the mini-trampoline helps to pump lymph through the body in as little as 15 minutes!
It’s Just Plain Fun!
Rebounding is a fun and exhilarating way to exercise, with classes offering novel movements and playful routines. Changing up your regimen can help prevent overuse on the joints, and will keep your mind engaged. Jumping also increases the uptake of oxygen, which can improve your mood, leaving you feeling more energized and joyful!
Rebounder Opportunities at Castle Hill Fitness
We offer a variety of classes that utilize the Rebounder, from weekly occurrences to specialized, multi-week series.
FOR A FOCUS ON STRENGTH
The Rebound: Get your heart rate going as you move through different stations, on and off the rebounder. You’ll work on building strength, stamina, and endurance, while playful choreography set to upbeat music will sharpen your coordination and mental focus. Props like dumbbells, resistance bands, and more may be integrated throughout the class, as well as yoga and other modalities to keep things fresh and challenging.
The Rebound is available on our weekly class schedule three times a week. Find and sign up for The Rebound on our Strength schedule here.
TO BUILD MORE STABILITY AND BALANCE
Pilates Rebound: This circuit-style class incorporates Pilates props, Combo Chairs, and the Tower Wall Units to boost balance, stability, and develop core strength.
Find Pilates Rebound on our weekly Pilates class schedule here!
GET MORE FOCUSED RESULTS IN A NEW PILATES CIRCUIT SERIES
Sam’s new 4-week series will move you through dynamic stations with the rebounder, Pilates Equipment, and TRX. Effectively boost strength, flexibility, mobility, cardiovascular endurance, and bone density, all while keeping it low-impact. This multi-week series offers more personalized attention in a small group setting than you would receive in a regular class setting, thereby fast-tracking your goals.
Pilates Circuit
July 8-29
Tuesdays at 1pm
Learn more about Sam’s Pilates Circuit series and register here.
JUMP ON IN!
No matter where you choose to start, the Rebounder is a great tool for all fitness levels. Movements and intensity can be modified to what feels best for you. Jump into one of our classes and experience the fun for yourself!
