Trampolines: Mix Fun with Fitness For Your Kids!

Why Trampolines? Why do you have to know about them? Why are we telling you about them? Do you think it is something frivolous that doesn’t deserve a 5 minute read?

Hang on!! Wait!!

This post most definitely deserves your precious 5 minutes, if you among those parents who are always in a look out for tips to become better parents. Here’s why-

“It is a happy talent to know how to play,” said a wise man once. So to nurture this special talent, which kids are naturally born with, a trampoline, comes as a great (read as fun) investment for all parents. Traditionally used as a landing area for acrobatic and gymnastic activities, a trampoline is basically a stretched fabric sheet fixed to a firm frame by springs. The upward thrust that the stretched membrane results when some lands on it, has made the trampoline one of the most sought after children’s play thing in the recent times. So, if the crazy fun item has grabbed your attention yet, and if you’ve deprived your kid from this wonder mania, then read on...

Given below are 10 interesting facts about trampolines, which will excite you to make space for one in your house soon-

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Fun and Fitness
A perfect combination of fun physical work and play. Trampolines provide children with a wonderful amusement. It’s an exciting way of channelizing their excess of energy. Let them just jump it up. While, the unrestricted fun will make them shout with delight, the physical activity will help them sweat out the excess calories paving way for a healthy growth.

Strong Bones
It is not just the calcium in the milk that will help in strengthening your child’s bones. Jumping routines on the trampoline will accelerate the process. While the child has fun playing on the trampoline, the little stress that is caused helps in better absorption of the minerals like calcium which promote healthy bone development in children.

Works the Immune System
Up and down...Up and down... This physical exertion will lead to a healthier immune system in your kids. While your child jumps on, the lymphatic drainage in the body is encourages, leading to the strengthening of the immune system. So, the bounce on the trampoline will not just make for a delightful passtime but also keep your child falling prey to diseases.
screen timeReduce Their Screen Time
Exploring ways to encourage your child to get involved in outdoor activities? Trampoline is the solution. Get one, and have your kid running to the garden to play on this crazy thing. It is a great way of diverting your child’s attention from the useless time spent in front of the TV screens. Fresh air and physical activity will lead to a better overall development of your child.

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Stress Buster
Think children don’t suffer stress? Wrong, in today’s world, every single soul is subject to the demon called Stress. So, how to beat it for your kids? Trampoline can be a good option. When the child will be engrossed in his play, his stress will soon fade away. And, this activity is not just limited to children, adults might as well try. Bet you, it works.

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Develops Social Skills
Obviously you didn’t think, children will play alone on the trampoline. Have other kids join in, or jump on yourself too. This is one good way of helping your child open up with others and develop important social skills. Have kids take turn to get on the frame. While, they enjoy it will become easier for them to interact and share their excitement with others around.

Enhances Motor Skills
The balancing act on the trampoline will greatly help in improving your little one’s motor skills. The development of motor skills is one crucial aspect to look into, when your child is in his early growth stage. Jumping and running can greatly help evolve the skill. So, if you have an option to give to them, wherein they can play and also learn these skills, why not? Get a trampoline for them now.

Improves Energy Levels
Physical alertness helps one to remain energetic and active. So getting your kids involved in games which require them to move their muscles is a great way to keep them active. You can’t force your children into serious workouts, however, as aware parents can find ways to incorporate physical activity in their play. Trampoline opens one such door for you.
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Improves Sleep
The more the body uses up the energy it consumed, the more it demands rest. So when your child will bounce it all on the trampoline, he/she will have a great sound sleep once back home. You will not really have to push your child to get on their training machine, for this amazing tool is addictive (positively so).

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It is Safe
If you buy the right piece, trampoline is really safe. Jumping over the stretched fabric with springs help in improving the flexibility of your child’s knee joints. When the child jumps and reaches the base, the jolting is absorbed well by the specially designed base. So a regular activity on the trampoline will help your child skip those painful cramps, when one day he she jogs around for a mile or tries some sit ups in the sports class in school.

Remember, play is not frivolous, and it is no luxury. It is not a side thing, it is actually some important stuff in a child’s life. So, make your kid not miss out on it. And don’t let indoor activities be the know all definition of ‘play’ for them. Bring a trampoline home, and open an all new play door for them.

Trampolines: Mix Fun with Fitness For Your Kids! was last modified: May 31st, 2016 by Baby Couture India