"Every situation-nay, every moment-is of infinite worth for it is representative of a whole eternity." Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

At the top of the list of my favorite simple forms of exercise which enables me to stay toned and healthy, is jumping for a few minutes each day on my rebounder. Gone are the days of 5-mile runs, pounding and pushing the skeleton till it shakes, rattles and aches.

I remember as a child having a trampoline in our back yard. For hours we would jump and perfect our turns, twists and rolls. They're still very popular today and come in various sizes; the family size one for the yard or compact versions for a room in your home. The one I have folds in half and has it's own carry case.

During Ronald Reagan's presidential term in office, he was asked how he stays in shape. "I found it necessary to exercise indoors for security reasons. I have a little rebounder I use to get my exercise. So, if you see somebody jumping up and down on the second floor of the White House, that's me rebounding."

Bob Hope is another enthusiastic supporter saying" I keep my rebounder at the foot of the bed and use it daily."

Several years back, I read Al Carter's book, New Miracles of Rebound Exercise and learned how to keep our cells pumped up. When our cells are lively, our entire system works more smoothly and our immune system is elevated. NASA has implemented the science behind rebounding to prevent bone loss suffered by the astronauts while in space.

Benefits of Rebounding

First of all, it works, it's simple to do, and it isn't a big investment out of your pocket. Here is a sampling of some of the amazing benefits of rebounding.

Less impact on your joints, making this a safe activity for people of all ages.

Accelerate your immune system.

Tone muscles

Alleviate joint pain and improve all-over health problems

Increase oxygen to your cells

Simple to use and cost effective

Improved sleep

Increased energy

Less impact= less injuries

Burn calories

Improve circulation in the lymphatic system

Improve vision

Stronger bodies

Bounce away cellulite

De-stresser for the body

Builds alkaline levels helps keep calcium in bones

Relieves headaches by removing toxins

Exercising with your rebounder

In Al Carter's book, The New Miracles of Rebound Exercise, he provides us with a myriad of various exercises that can be performed simply and within a short period of time. Some include just bouncing up and down or side-to-side or shuffling feet back and forth or jogging in place. For older or incapacitated people, benefits are still achieved by sitting on the rebounder and gently bouncing up and down. If a person spends 5 minutes twice daily on their rebounder, wonderful benefits will be felt. Many of us spend hours sitting in front of our television sets. So why not bounce while watching a movie or listening to your favorite music.

Testimonials

"I was born with cerebral palsy which affected my right side..After eleven days on a rebounder, I was able to wiggle two of my right toes. I became very dedicated..within two months I lost 27 pounds and went from a size 16 to a size 10...in three months time. I now have complete control over my complete right side!"

P. Glaspie

"The external work output at equivalent levels of oxygen uptake were significantly greater while trampolining than running..the greatest difference was about 68%."

NASA- Ames Research Center, Moffetty Field, CA

"All you have to do is bounce on the rebounder, very easily at first (convalescents can sit on it), and it is astounding how it massages every organ in your body..I need only six hours of sleep at night now- and no tossing as before- I wake up refreshed. Cough gone. Arthritis gone."

H. Nelson, Hollywood ,Ca

"Rebound exercise is the closest thing to the fountain of youth that science has found."

J.R.White, PHD

"...I was hospitalized for a pinched nerve, my arthritis spread to my right knee and both ankles..I ..suffered with constant backaches and always felt exhausted. .Walt (husband) suffered a heart attack, was ..diabetic and had 4 cancer surgeries..After (rebounding for 3 months) my back aches are gone. No more arthritis or bursitis..leg and foot cramps..disappeared..Walt heart rate dropped..his eyesight has cleared..the doctor says he is in better physical condition.."

W and D Ross grandparents of 21 grandchildren

All testimonials drawn from The New Miracles of Rebound Exercise by Albert Carter.

Where to buy a rebounder

You can purchase a rebounder at sporting goods stores, Wal-Mart and other discount stores, or by contacting Needak MFG. P.O.Box 776, Oneill,NE 68763 800-232-5762 www.NeedakRebounders.com Email: needak@inebraska.com

To obtain a copy of Al Carter's book, The New Miracles of Rebound Exercise, Click Here

So what are you waiting for? The health benefits you will achieve in a short amount of time will astound you.

NASA, Dr. Kenneth Cooper's Institute of Aerobics Research, the U.S. Air Force, and the Hong Kong University have confirmed Al Carter's research. In his earlier years, Mr. Carter excelled in wrestling and gymnastics, achieving special honors. He went on to explore the benefits of rebounding and has written several books on this vital subject.

References

The New Miracles of Rebound Exercise,Albert E. Carter, A.L.M. Publishers, Scottsdale, AZ.