Adventure
Trampolining
Bounce your way to fitness.
- Hardintensity
- ~420kcal per hour
- Low costbudget
- Mediumimpact
Is trampolining right for you?
Bounce your way to fitness. It is a hard-intensity, medium impact activity that you can do indoors, on your own or in a group. Expect to burn around 420 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Easy to pick up. Expect to spend up to about £20 a month.
Why try trampolining
- Improves fitness. It raises your heart rate and builds stamina.
- Teaches a skill. There is always something new to learn, which keeps it interesting.
- Burns calories. At around 420 kcal an hour it can help with weight loss alongside a balanced diet.
How to start trampolining
Go to a trampoline park fitness session.
Get the basics: grip socks. Borrow or hire before you buy.
Keep the first few sessions short and easy, and aim for two or three a week.
Warm up for five minutes first, build up gradually and stop if anything hurts.
A 4-week starter plan
| Week | Sessions | Minutes each | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 2 | 20 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 3 | 25 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 3 | 30 | Your longest week. Book or plan what comes next. |
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or injury, check with your GP before you start.
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