Water Trampoline is the New Craze

Water Trampoline

The latest water craze is the inflatable water trampoline that comes in many shapes and sizes. Water inflatables are fun on lakes and anywhere you have a little more room. Some have even used smaller versions in swimming pools, but you have to watch the edges!

There are a few differences between the water trampoline and the so-called water bouncer. Water bouncers are the smaller ones and cheaper too. You can't go as high, but in a pool or smaller water area, that is a good thing. Bouncers have nets that attach right to the inflatable tube, but the better water trampolines actually have springs and the netting attaches to them. So for serious jumpers, the water trampoline is the way to go.

You can get attachments for them such as slides or ladders. If you want to try one out, you can rent water trampolines by the day or week in your local town and see if the expense of buying one is justified.

Water trampolines can get holes in them, so be prepared by having a patch kit on hand just in case.

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When installing a water trampoline you can check with your local regulations regarding where to mount them. Away from the dock or shore is a good start! It should not be in the way of boats to create a navigational or safety hazard. The swim raft is usually anchored to the floor of the lake by ropes, cables, chain or other materials.

Have fun on your water trampoline!

Trampoline Shoes Trampoline Myths

Trampoline shoes can be found in most sports stores. Some brands include Milano. Most trampolinists use professional trampoline shoes and not barefoot. In fact trampoline shoes are regular tennis shoes. There are many myths associated with the trampoline sport including people asking questions like will bouncing on a trampoline make me taller?

One thing is for sure, mastering trampoline moves is actually harder than it looks and requires hours of dedication and practise.

Some hand tips including getting off of the trampoline facing backwards to avoid tripping and injury and definitely no going underneath the trampoline!
For smaller kids it is good to take precautions such as not allowing any toys or other objects on the trampoline that could bounce back to hurt someone.
If there is arguing as to trampoline useage, a timer with a buzzer is a good investment.

Trampoline is a great sport for all ages if you use common sense to prevent injuries.
Have fun bouncing!

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These items change regularly, so if you need a trampoline for the fall, keep checking back until you find the right one, or click on one of the featured trampolines for more information or other models.

The site also has some fun and informative videos featuring basic trampoline jumps, trampoline bloopers, synchro trampoline, power tumbling and other trampoline shows and skills.

Trampoline Springs Can Become Overstretched

Here and there a check of the springs on a trampoline can uncover any safety issues before they become a concern. Take the case where a badly stretched set of springs that can literally double in size can create gaping holes and hence a safety concern of falling through the large gap. In this case the best thing to do is to replace the springs.

If springs fail on a newer unit, you may get the replacement springs sent to you under warranty.

Finally, you can get trampoline spring covers to increase safety on trampolines with exposed springs.

Mini Trampolines are a great workout

Mini Trampolines have several uses, and a great one is to actually use it as a complete workout tool. It takes some time to get used to bouncing on a smaller trampoline, but once you get the hang of it there are many exercises you can do.

As with any exercise routine, it is best to do some stretching and warming up first. Go slow when starting and increase as you develop more skills and confidence.

Some exercises include standing with feet apart and not actually jumping, but just bouncing.
You can graduate into a basic walk step, but do not lift your feet off of the trampoline.
Finally you get into the more advanced exercises like Heel-Toe Bounces, Turnarounds and Jumping Jacks. Don't put your feet all the way together, but keep them somewhat apart when doing this exercise.

Whenever you get to lifting your knees higher than your waist, you will notice you are getting a good cardio workout if you do this for at least 8-10 minutes.

In any case, a simple mini trampoline can work wonders as a cardio exercise machine that does not cost as much as other cardio workout machines and will get you hopping!

Trampoline Competitions Worldwide

Trampoline Competitions Worldwide gain attention

It used to be that trampoline was a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon in the yard, but today there is heightened awareness for the spectacular trampoline sport.

Top trampolinists reach heights of over 30 feet while performing gymnastics like feats including sommersaults, flips, backflips, double back flips, aerials and more.

Trampoline can also be used to train top athletes from other sport disciplines including snowboarders, dancers, gymnasts, divers and skiiers. Some recent medal winners from the Vancouver Olympic games admitted to working on some of their aerial skills on a trampoline.

Some competitive trampoline categories include Individual single trampoline competition, synchronised and double mini trampoline.

Usually a trampoline competition involves three rounds or routines. The sport is taking off in Australia, the U.K., Germany, the U.S. and Canada as well as other parts of the world. Your local trampoline training center will have more details on how to become a worldwide competitive trampoline champ!

German Trampoline Open

2010 is getting off to a great start for trampolining around the world. In Germany, they have a German Trampline Open where they compete to win the grand cup. Nations competing include Germany, Austria, Switzerland, U.S.A. and several others. The event takes place March 19 and 20th, 2010 in the city of Aachen, Germany.