You did read that correctly! According to an article written on canberratimes.com.au, NASA scientists conducted a study of the fitness benefits of trampoline training. The researchers found that 10 minutes of strong rebounding burns more calories than 30 minutes of running, and that “rebound exercise is the most efficient, effective type of exercise yet created.”

Since that discovery, NASA astronauts have employed trampoline exercise to increase their bone density and muscular mass as well as their balance, coordination, motor skills, and aerobic fitness. According to one idea, bouncing benefits your lymphatic system as well.

Here are some exercises you can do with a trampoline:

Jumping jacks

Bend your torso slightly forward when performing jumping jacks. Instead of elevating your arms overhead, you can instead perform this exercise by raising them to shoulder height.

Single-leg bounces

This exercise improves balance and ankle strength. Keep your knees tracking over your toes to prevent your knees from bending inward.
Place your feet hip-width apart as you stand.
Lift your right foot while shifting your weight to your left foot.
Spend up to two minutes jumping up and down.
Then do this on the other side.

Squat jumps

Stand with your arms by your side and your feet directly beneath your hips.
Your feet should be wider than your hips when you jump up.
Squat down as soon as you land.
Your thighs should be parallel to the ground when you flex your knees.
Straighten your arms in front of you.
To get back to the starting position, stand up straight.
Perform 1 to 3 sets of 8–12 reps.

Give it a try!

The Stable Team

(References: https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/trampoline-exercises#how-to-avoid-injury & https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7488220/bouncing-is-by-far-the-best-exercise-even-nasa-says-so/)