What makes trampolining an effective fitness regimen? Well, it all starts when you jump. As you reach the apogee (the highest point) of your jump, each cell in your body is suspended in a state of weightlessness for a fraction of a second. Then as you land back on the bounce mat, each and every cell is subjected to a pressure of four times the normal gravitational force. That means you are in fact lifting and resisting four times your normal weight. Compare that to lifting weights where you generally lift only about half or two-thirds of your body weight.

Trampolining also improves bone density. That is the reason part of the rigorous training programs that astronauts undertake includes trampolining. In the null-gravity environment of space, bones become less dense and get weaker after just a week or two. Conversely, bones become denser in an environment or situation where gravitational pull is stronger, such as landing on a trampoline. So astronauts jump extensively on trampolines many times before their space mission to build up their bones. You should also do the same thing. Trampolining is also strongly suggested if you're suffering from osteoporosis, but consult your doctor and your gym instructor first so that you can obtain the right exercise program.

A trampoline also boosts your muscles. Think of this: your entire body executes 5,000 impulses, stresses, and muscle contractions an hour. Each time you bounce on a trampoline, your cells tend to collapse upon impact. To avoid collapsing, your cells strive hard to withstand the force. This resistance develops your body's cellular strength. As you jump on the trampoline each and every day, your cells become stronger, being able to sustain heavier impacts. Best of all, cellular strength is not limited to your muscles. Every cell in your organs will benefit too.