Many experts have claimed that since COVID-19, the trampoline has become the most popular and effective fitness tool for home use. Its popularity is brought about by how beneficial it is, for health and entertainment purposes. However, like any other fitness tool, it has its drawbacks.
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Let us look through a series of negative effects of rebounding on our bodies.
Strenuous on the spine
If you have no history of back issues, then you are good however if diagnosed with pinched nerves, osteoporosis, or sciatica, then you need to be careful while rebounding.
The forces that allow us to rebound are strong and sudden. As such, they can affect your spine by “compressing” it. In other words, your joints will overstretch, and the pressure on our discs will increase.
The discs are located between each vertebra in our spine. We put more pressure on them while jumping up and down. As a result, the soft tissue that surrounds them can become inflamed. Simply put,when the tissue cannot endure the effect of the rebounding forces, there is apparent strain on the spinal cord.
Causes ankle discomfort
Rebounding is less strenuous to the ankles compared to running or skipping rope. This is because the mat is softer than concrete or any other hard surface.
Overdoing any exercise can result in discomfort. The same goes for rebounding. If we are in a rush to experience the benefits, we will only end up doing the exact opposite. Jumping either too high or for too long will likely result in painful joints. On top of that, incorrectly landing on the mat can lead to sprained ankles.
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May trigger hypertension
Aerobic exercise can help us reduce our blood pressure. Rebounding allows for intense cardiovascular exercise, which increases our heart rate. Yet, this rise can indeed be dangerous for people who suffer from hypertension.
A study conducted in 2012 claims that hypertension reduces as we do aerobic exercise. Rebounding improves the efficiency of our heart by increasing our heart rate. Moreover, we can prevent blood clots by rebounding, as it positively affects our circulation.
However, rebounding for lower blood pressure isn’t entirely risk-free. The risk is even greater if our blood pressure goes beyond 180/100. That is because this increase in heart rate can be taxing for our heart muscles.
Rebounding has proven to be a great low-impact activity. The negative effects of rebounding can be easily managed when the activity is controlled and tailored to one’s physical and health needs. It is therefore advisable to seek medical advice before engaging in rebounding activities to avoid the potential risks.
