Top 10 Beginning Rebounder Tips 

Awesome video, helpful and detailed. I'm sharing this my clients who need the very basics, and am Pinning it. Thank you for taking the time to do this video.

Top 10 Rebounding Tips: 1. Start out slowly. 2. Include less obvious family members 3. Allow sufficient time after meals. 4. Begin and end with the *health bounce.* 5. Maintain proper posture. 6. Expect your balance to be challenged. 7. Put some air under your feet. 8. Aim for frequency. 9. Leave it out. 10. Have fun!! 😊

Thank you for sharing. I am 61 years old and have been rebounding since 1992. During the late summer to fall I ref my grandchildren soccer games (10 to 14 year old) and I am able to keep up with them. I have more energy than some of the 30 something generation. I am excellent condition and do not take any medications. I thank God for my health! I believe rebounding in addition to my low carb/refine sugars diet have help keep my weight in the 145-150 range. Blessings.

One thing everyone else is too tasteful to mention is if you're over 40 you'll probably need to urinate first...

I know this video was made 5 years ago, but it's still timely for those of us just beginning to use rebounders. I was in good shape with daily 2 mile walks until I had an injury that kept me in bed for 2 months- now walking the way I did isn't an option- but rebounding is the perfect alternative! This video is so informative- thank you😄

I would recommend, starting out, that one baby bounce for at least 2 months. Moving one's arms can have quite an effect in this and the rest of the body is going to get pumping no matter what you do BUT, I would give the connective tissue an opportunity to gain strength before full on bouncing, particularly if one is older or overweight as the skin won't be able to provide compression to help support the internal organs as they're bouncing and women with heavier breasts or who have lost a lot of weight can attest to the "gravity of the situation", in that regard.. I'll be 63 this year and have only just started. I purchased some compression leggings and long sleeve compression shirts to provide the support I would have if I were younger and my skin was tighter. While awaiting the arrival of my "cellerciser", I've been bouncing on the edge of the bed and "baby" bouncing on an old rebounder that I don't really trust, despite it being a high end piece of equipment, as that was over 30 years ago. It was good then but I've never been good at "routines" so it simply didn't get used, but starting out - at my age - I want something solid and secure and engineered for the long haul. And once I get my connective tissue built back up, I want to be able to do more on it. I already want to do more but not on the old rebounder and not before my ligaments and tendons have had a chance to build up. Particularly, with regard to my ankles and knees as they are particularly weak in those areas. The energy in the muscles is able to compensate but I don't want to beat them up before they've had a chance to BUILD up. But, that said, even after just a couple of weeks bouncing on the edge of the bed and health bouncing on my old rebounder, I'm already rock solid on my feet and more so than I can remember being...well...ever. You don't really think about that sort of stuff when you're a kid but, anyone who is over 50 will know what I mean. This time last month, I was thinking about nursing homes. Now, I'm looking forward to spring lawn cleanup and cleaning my own gutters. ON a ladder! I'm still pinching myself as it seems to have somehow flipped some sort of switch on the strength and steadiness of my muscles and still seems too good to be true!!

We bought ours with a bar that you can hang onto for extra stability and feel we couldn't rebound without it. It makes you feel very safe from falling. Maybe we'll be able to improve enough to morph away from it, but for now, I'd say it's a must for my husband and I.

Yes, thank you so much. I'm 71 and just bought one of these re bounders and am thoroughly enjoying it. So nice to see lessons for the over 60s!!!

Yay! I am so glad that my first time experience was motivated and modeled by someone near my age. This is not only inspiring but also very credible. You are a great role model and seem so very trustworthy. I will follow your advice very seriously. I've never been a very fit person, but it's never too late! Thanks so much.

I do it daily,,and rebound to Donna Summers music..I have IGoogle and just-ask it to play Donna Summers and I’m off for 4-5 songs...Love my trampoline 🌷🌷

Great video, thank you! I highly recommend the Jump Sport Fitness Trampolines, they are exceptional. Great quality, very sturdy, very quiet, i love mine! The price is definitely higher than your average $50 Walmart trampoline but is so, so much better. Every penny spent on it is invested in bettering our health.

I love mine. I do it barefoot. It's really strengthened my ankles.

Great video! Thanks so much! I just got one and thought "i'm taking it back" recovering from chemo and then I thought "but it has so many health benefits that you need" so i'm going to keep it.

One thing that is also important and not mentioned, even though this is a very good video. The type of rebounder is important. The low grade ones ( from Walmart) can cause significant damage to the spine. The suspension has a lot to do with the g-force so to help keep this low impact on joints and vertebrae. In my research the urban rebounder being the most affordable, celersizer the next affordable and my top choice then the belicon being the priciest of the three, might be because it is manufactured in Germany. Lol I highly recommend for this to become your go to exercise and to reap the ultimate benefits choose the better quality ones. Happy bouncing. Aloha

Leaving the rebounder out isn't always the best. I broke my toe one night when I was walking through the house in the dark. Put it off the beaten path.

Thank you for posting an excellent instructional video for beginning rebounders like me! I just received mine today. I love it already! It’s so nice to move and work muscles without feeling joint pain.

I just pulled my rebounder out of another room and put it in my dining room close to my living room so I can watch videos on my Smart TV in order to learn how to use this thing. So happy to have found this video because it's spot-on as far as information that is vital for me and probably others. I think she did a wonderful job on this video and I would just want to say thank you so very much.

Just bought mine and just now used it for the first time while watching this video. Did only 5 minutes max with the lowest rebound feet stayed on mat, and the back of my legs and knees began to feel pressure type pain (mild enough though) so I stopped. Even if I start with only a minute or two a day then later do the same a few times throughout the day. I can really feel something throughout my whole body, and this was just my first time doing this. I can even feel it in my swallowing and within 20 minutes of stopping I received a headache. So my lymphatic system must be seriously plugged up. It's going to take me some very slow going at first to get through this as I've not been well for some time now. Thank you for making this video freely available. It has encouraged to start and also to continue.

Thank you for your well-considered and helpful introduction. Love the obvious joy (joie de vivre) this has brought to your life.

Great video, I received mine several months ago. Surprised how off balanced I felt so I ordered the handle while getting used to it. Now I’m ready to begin. Purchased the Jumpsport Pro 550. Not cheap but I know I would not have used one if it didn’t feel great. I’m almost 72, widowed, do all the yard work, but this sounds so healthy waking all the cells up! Thank you!❤

Thanks a ton for this video. I loved the fact that you considered beginners. My mother, at 77, doesn't have the health for rebounding but she can sit on a chair with feet on the rebounder, for starters. Thanks again for some priceless tips.

I like rebounding and started at 71 and love it, now 72 I found out that I have a beginning condition of uterin Prolaps - do you have any advice how to work the muscles to strengthen the pelvic floor on the Rebounder without worsening the condition - it is fun and would love to find a way to work rebounding to my advantage. Hope to hear from you.

Great video, thank you, I’ll go get my rebounder out of the basement now. ☺️☺️

Very good clear talking and advice on how to start out on these. I hope to buy one soon and will certainly be coming back to view this video. Thank you ☺

thank you so much. I did start to fast, i was dancing like and hour and the next day,i felt like my body had been in an accident. Now after a couple of months i found these video ,thank you so much. i will take it easy tbese time

I'd like to know how you got such a flat stomach 😵

Just discovered rebounding! Love it so far! Great Tips my friend!🙋🏾‍♀️❤️

Your rebounding experiences and tips were very helpful. I also enjoy the Heath Bounce before/after other forms of fitness, too. In a pool, Aqua fitness has become one of my other favorites. I like using two pair (wrists/ankles) of Aqua Cuffs and short fins, and exchanging Hydrotone System 2 Bells and Boots combinations. Its safe and provides a wide range of natural motions, resistances and bouyencies. Tether belts attached are perfect to help stay in a favorite spot.

This was a very helpful video which I will continue to watch until I feel comfortable and in control.

With so many few views I thought that this would be useless but I actually found it very helpful. I'm almost 74 and I need to start with baby steps. Thanks so much.

Ive been rebounding off & on for over 15 yrs.....i started out with the urban rebounder...... i now have a beautiful bellicon. I came back recently to rebounding at 60. I was pretty tired at first but now i have built my resistance up! I start my off days with walking in the park for an hour at 5a....when i get home, i do 20-30 min on my peloton, and end it with my bellicon.....i feel good!! I had high blood pressure, & i am predisposed for diabetes. I also have arthritis in both knees and one shoulder. When i found out about the arthritis, my doctor told me to keep moving. So i now walk 5-6 miles every day. Since rebounding and my other activities, my blood pressure is in normal range. I feel no pain with my arthritis...i am able to move about quite well. I do still work - making a plan to retire in 4 yrs...i have more energy now.....i hope to continue this for the rest of my days! Its fun!

your video is totally awesome!! thanks so much for sharing your wisdom for this beginner.

I just got a rebounder & really enjoy it. It's in my livingroom so I jump while watching the TV. This video certainly explained how to begin since I have a tendency to over do.

I’ve been bouncing on my Leaps and Rebounds fitness trampoline and I can say that it’s keeping me motivated to keep going.

Great tips. I did it without shoes and ended up going to a podiatrist. Took two years to heal the metatarsalgia area.

I just bought one at a yard sale and it is like new so I am anxious to begin using this! I am definitely a beginner and also overweight but I will try these suggestions!

that´s exactly what happened to me when i started exercising for 20 min the first days instead for just a few minutes. 2-3 days later my neck felt so stiff and i had to pause for a week.

Proper technique and core engagement help to reduce back and spine injuries no matter what mini tramp you use. Just get started !!

I have decided to buy a rebounder and tennis shoes. I want to overcome edema. So far I have managed to reduce my pain levels with the other things I am doing. I am thinking of buying an EWOT and using the rebounder as my exercise machine. I found a German herbal formula and took 6 herbs twice a day. After a year or so I was able for the first time in my life to pass an echocardiogram test. I expect good results from a rebounder.

First thing in the morning on empty stomach is good cardio and burns fat, not your digested breakfast. Sometimes for a change, I rebound with no rebounder. Just alternate back and forth with a skip step on the floor. Builds calves and great aerobics, with or without weights in each hand.

I’m in my late 60’s and attend a fitness class twice a week. I’ve been trying to find something to do a couple other days during the week, and i think I found it! I have watched other ”beginner” videos and was pretty discouraged with the whole thing. I came across this today, and like the way rebounding was described - especially to start slowly. I don’t have to do a lot of bouncing or jumping all around, which creates balance issues for me. I look forward to starting slowly and gradually increasing my movements! Thanks

Wow just stumbled upon this video. Love it I get a great bit of cardio for a beginner.

Can I do the same work out on a big tramp that we have for the kids in the backyard? I just have to figure out how to get on it haha

How about your DEXA scans? Have you made comparisons to see whether bones are showing improvement?

Thank you for the detailed, safe and informative video. Just what I was looking for as a beginner.

Thank you so much for these wonderful tips

Love this! Could you do a follow up? How are your results now?

My daughter has been using a rebounder for years as part of her fitness regime. I have finally taken the hint and mine will arrive in two days so I am doing my due diligence regarding the best use for someone as out of condition as myself. Thank you for so many valuable insights on Safely starting. I have numerous injury issues to be cautious of in starting this exercise. Spinal issues being the most prominent among them, my back is fused on three levels, my neck is fuse on two levels. I have balance issues so I did opt for a rebounder with a rail. Hopefully when I have progressed enough I will be able to eliminate the rail, but for now I feel the wisest course is to have the option available. I know I will be reviewing this video from time to time to make sure I get maximum benefit from my rebounder. My thanks once again Dr. Pat for the instruction and advice.

Thank you. This was helpful. I'm still at the "medical-bounce" level (although I workout six-days-a-week = weight resistance). At 83, I have to be forget about my youthful athletic prowess and accept my current limitations.

Can I jump on my bed ?

Recommendation for ladies... Get yourself a Boobuddy!

Best rebound video for beginners!

Thank you I jumped right in and gave myself a headache. Do you have to wear shoes?

Great advice for this beginner. Thank you.

i don't wear trainers when i rebound

hi My name is Pam. Absolutely love theis video as a beginner! Look forward to the next one! With covid still not at the gym very unsure! This works well! Thanks!

Hi I just found your video. I’m a senior, just got a rebounder. Do you recommend sneakers or barefoot? My rebounder has springs, would one with bungee cords be better? Thank you for your video and for reading this.

Loving this. Thanks so much.

What rebounder are you using Dr ?

I would love to rebound after watching many videos on workouts,but is it detrimental if you have had bladder issues?

Brilliant, thank you 😊👍🏾

Thank you so much for this video. I have just bought my first rebounder and you have fired me up to use it, albeit slowly at first!

Inspiring...thank you

Excellent beginner tutorial

Really enjoyed this video. The Dr. brought back memories of my time in the health care field.

Heheh! perhaps I'm simply easily amused. But calling people "less obvious family members" somehow gives me a chuckle I'd think maybe you wanted to say "less active" and I'm not sure why you didn't or what "less obvious" even means...scratching my head, it wasn't apparently obvious to me

EXCELLENT THANKS BE BLESSED.

My dad is 70, just started trampoline, but he semi stroked 2015, he walks fine, he walk about 5 km every morning, but after trampoline, he said his foot got heavy for a bit, may I know if its okay, thank you 🙏

do you recommend wearing shoes or rebounding barefoot?

Is it bad to rebound bare feet? I am 77 and have just started. I am doing ok and able to do basic exercises but I see you are wearing shoes.

when she started Spinning ....i was worried for her such a nice lady

Boing boing boing!

Beautiful❤ Thank you 😊 so much for this video, you look great, and it was a pleasure to watch you

Thank you!

Does this out much strain on one’s hip? I have a friend who needs hip replacement and she’s been looking for something she can do in meantime.

I appreciated your most informative video thank you.

You “lay” an infant on the mat, not “lie”

what is the age of this lady..?? Thank you.. Regards from greece :)

Is it better to ware shoes or bear feet. I just got a rebounder so it is new and your information is a great help

Hello, I have occasional knee pain.Will it be ok to do rebounds?

what's the difference between rebounding and jumping?

That's I i do it, changing the bounce, arms, ankles, I like to spin, too, but, i have to do a lite ease bounce now, I strain bmy back

Why do i feel pelvic pressure while I'm bouncing?

I was wondering, would all that bouncing up and down make your face sag quicker? Or your breasts? Also, which is better, wearing shoes or being barefoot on the rebounder?

Holly what is the name of that rebounder?

I feel discomfort in my calves. Have others experienced this?

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how often per week and how for each workout? Thanks in advance

Thank you. Very helpful.

Has anyone with foot and ankle arthritis done rebounding???? I asked 2 doctors (foot & arthritis doctor) and got no straight forward answer. I want to rebound!

great tips, thanks

Can I do it barefooted?

I just got my bellicon mini tramp, thank you for this

You are adorable

Subtitles would help as I often watch videos when others are around. Good video tho, 😊

Thanks so much!

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What about shoes. Should you wear them or not? I've seen people use one with and without.

Still talking

I worry that I may miss and fall right off.