Exercises before jumping on a trampoline

Simple warm up exercises for Kids to do before jumping

After a day at school or sitting for lengths of screen time it is important that kids and teens be aware to take a couple of minutes to warm their bodies up through simple exercise and stretches before launching into a vigorous workout on a trampoline. This will help prevent pulled muscles, and increase the likliness of them moving freely enough to land those flips and not land on their necks.

If you have already experienced your kids with sore necks or back from going to hard to quick: from sofa to sports, you will more likely really understand the importance of this as will your family. The best way to get the kids on board is to take them through a simple routine as laid out below until it does become a habit like putting on suncream and or bike helmet.

1. Start with some light cardio exercises such as jumping jacks, jumping rope, or running in place to get the heart rate up and blood flowing.

2. Do some stretching exercises, such as touching your toes or reaching up towards the sky, to help loosen up muscles and prevent injury.

3. Practice some balance exercises, such as standing on one foot or walking heel to toe, to help prepare the body for the movements on the trampoline.

4. Gradually start jumping on the trampoline, starting with small jumps and gradually increasing the intensity and height.

5. Take breaks as needed and listen to your body. If you feel any pain or discomfort, stop jumping and rest.

6. Finish with a cool down period, such as stretching or light walking, to help prevent muscle stiffness and soreness.

It's important to remember to warm up before using a trampoline to help prevent injury and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

A habit forming tip

To remind your family to stretch and warm up to assist them to make it a habit, you could zip-tie a small plastic image as a tag on the zip or netting; near the entry. The habit of stretching before jumping on the trampoline can then be expanded to before riding their bike, getting in the pool, etc Stretching is being highlighted as a key process in minimising injuries from exercising.