Rebounding for Health

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How
Rebound Exercise Accomplishes Its Benefits
by Morton Walker
Rebounding involves aerobic movements performed on a bouncing appliance that looks like a
small trampoline. It has you jumping up and down for health and fitness. As an ideal jumping appliance, the
mini-trampoline or “rebounder”; has a strong woven mat attached by coiled steel springs to a circular steel frame.
The rebounder usually is round, although some models have been made oval, rectangular, square or polygonal. The
entire jumping surface of the mat is twenty-eight inches in diameter, stands on six legs with spring coils of their
own, which are seven to nine inches high.
Sometimes, for people who feel unsteady on their feet or for the elderly, handicapped, and
disabled, a stabilizing bar may be added to the rebounder’s frame (see Photograph 2). It’s attached to two of the
frame’s legs so that the individual needing more security can hold onto this bar and still bounce aerobically.
In jumping on a well-made rebounder, the exerciser usually feels invigorated and filled with a
sense of well-being. People who rebound find they’re able to work longer, sleep better, and feel less tense and
nervous. The effect is not just psychological, because the action of bouncing up and down against gravity, without
trauma to the musculoskeletal system, is one of the most beneficial aerobic exercises ever developed.
Rebounding aerobics is working with gravity to cleanse your tissue cells and act as an
oxygenator, which, in turn, lightens the load on the heart. Also it’s fun to bounce! Much more than fun, however,
rebounding provides a number of physiological pick-me-ups for the person who sustains this activity for at least ten
minutes, four times a day, or for a single daily session for 40 minutes. As you bounce, your feet hit the mat with
twice the force of gravity. Then just as the astronauts experience while floating in space, your body is in a state
of weightlessness at the top of the bounce.
Jumping on the mini-trampoline is remarkably un-strenuous on the Joints. There’s no solid
ground to suddenly stop the bouncing of your feet. Your movements are perfectly safe, and they make the effect of
gravity beneficial. By working against constant gravitational pressure while bouncing, you resist the Earth’s pull.
Your resistance is subtle, but it builds cellular strength. Rebounding’s alternating weightlessness and double
gravity produce a pumping action which pulls out waste products from the cells and forces into them, oxygen and
nutrition from the bloodstream.
Jumping’s
Oxygenating Effect
If you have a resting heart rate of less than 60 beats a minute, don’t smoke, don’t have chest
pain, live a healthful lifestyle, and engage in rebounding for 40 minutes or more each day, at least five days a
week, theoretically it’s not likely that you’ll ever develop a heart problem if you have none now. Jumping on a
rebounder helps you to attain your heart rate target zone every day that you rebound for the recommended 40 minutes.
Rebound exercise strengthens your heart in two ways: It improves the tone and quality of the
muscle itself, and it increases the coordination of the fibers as they wring blood out of the heart during each
beat. The aerobic effect while you are rebound-jumping equals and often surpasses that of running.
Your rate of rebounding will vary, depending on how vigorously you bounce and how high you
lift your feet off the mat. Rebound exercise offers the ideal aerobic effect with almost any rate of performance,
because it fills all the requisites of an oxygenating exercise.
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Rebounding offers a less stressful means of reducing
body fat and simultaneously firming body tissues. Running in place on the rebounder
burns calories effectively. According to a person’s body weight, Table A shows how many calories from
running on the rebounder may be expended per specified period of time in minutes. |
Table A
Total Calories Spent Per Minutes of Running on the Rebounder
(1) |
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Lbs. Body Weight |
90 |
100 |
110 |
120 |
130 |
140 |
150 |
160 |
170 |
180 |
190 |
| 1 Min. |
2.9 |
3.4 |
3.9 |
4.4 |
4.9 |
5.4 |
6.0 |
6.5 |
7.0 |
7.5 |
8.0 |
| 5 Min. |
14.5 |
17.0 |
19.5 |
22.0 |
24.5 |
27.0 |
30.0 |
32.5 |
35.0 |
37.5 |
40.0 |
| 10 Min. |
29.0 |
34.0 |
39.0 |
44.0 |
49.0 |
54.0 |
60.0 |
65.0 |
70.0 |
75.0 |
80.0 |
| 15 Min. |
43.5 |
51.0 |
58.5 |
66.0 |
73.5 |
81.0 |
90.0 |
97.5 |
105.0 |
112.5 |
120.0 |
| 20 Min. |
58.0 |
68.0 |
78.0 |
88.0 |
98.0 |
108.0 |
120.0 |
130.0 |
140.0 |
150.0 |
160.0 |
The
Detoxification Effect of Rebounding
The lymphatic system is the metabolic garbage can of the body. It rids you of toxins such as
dead cells, nitrogenous wastes, fat, infectious viruses, heavy metals, and other assorted junk cast off by the
cells. The movement performed in rebounding provides the stimulus for a free-flowing system that drains away these
potential poisons.
Unlike the arterial system, the lymphatic system does not have its own pump. It has no heart
muscle to move the fluid around through its lymph vessels. There are just three ways to activate the flow of lymph
away from the tissues it serves and back into the main pulmonary circulation. Lymphatic flow requires muscular
contraction from exercise and movement, gravitational pressure, and internal massage to the valves of lymph ducts.
Rebounding supplies all three methods of removing waste products from the cells and from the
body. Then arterial blood enters the capillaries in order to furnish the cells with fresh tissue fluid containing
food and oxygen. The bouncing motion effectively moves and recycles the lymph and the entire blood supply through
the circulatory system many times during the course of the rebounding session.
Rebounding is a lymphatic exercise. As stated earlier, it has the same effect on your body as
jumping rope, but without any jarring effect to the ankles, knees, and lower back that comes from hitting the
ground. Better than rope jumping, however, the lymphatic channels get put under hydraulic pressure to move fluids
containing waste products of metabolism around and out of the body through the left subclavian vein.
Rebounding’s Stabilizing Effect on the
Nervous System
Bouncing on a rebounder is an excellent method of reducing stress. It can put the bouncing
person into a trance like state and totally relax him or her. Jumping for health and fitness not only stabilizes the
nervous system during the exercise period, but continues to help maintain equilibrium after one steps off the
device. The result is increased resistance to environmental, physical, emotional, and mental stress. It may possibly
help an individual to avoid psychosomatic disease and mental or behavioral instability.
Rebounding may be enjoyed for a lifetime and adjusted to your own particular level of fitness.
It is safe, convenient and inexpensive, and its protective effects against degenerative diseases make it one of the
most effective forms of motion in the work place, in recreational pursuits, or in simply exercising for the care of
your body and mind.
The Physical
Muscular Effect of Rebounding
James White, Ph.D., director of research and rehabilitation in the physical education
department at the University of California at San Diego (UCSD), has explained how jumping for health offers a true
physical strengthening effect to the muscles. He said, “Rebounding allows the muscles to go through the full range
of motion at equal force. It helps people learn to shift their weight properly and to be aware of body positions and
balance.”
An advocate of rebounding for athletic conditioning, Dr. White uses the rebounder in his
rehabilitation program at UCSD. “When you jump, jog, and twist on this (jumping) device you can exercise for hours
without getting tired. It’s great practice for skiing, it improves your tennis stroke, and it’s a good way to burn
off calories and lose weight,” said Dr. White. “My students tell me it’s so much fun that they often exercise on the
rebounders for their own enjoyment.”
Dr. White added that jumping for health is more effective for fitness and weight loss than
cycling, running or jogging (see Table B), and it has the added advantage of producing fewer injuries.
The gentle bounce of rebounding is effective in returning natural, regular bowel movements to
chronically constipated persons. The steady bounce sets up a pulsating rhythm transmitted by the nervous system to
the brain area responsible for regulating the intestinal system, which reestablishes one’s rhythmical bowel
activity. Digestion is improved as well.
Table B
Total Calories Spent Comparing Jogging @ 5 MPH to Rebounding.
(2) |
|
Lbs Body Weight |
12 Minutes Jogging
@ 5 MPH |
12 Minutes
Rebounding |
|
100 |
47 |
58 |
|
105 |
49 |
60 |
| 110 |
52 |
63 |
| 115 |
54 |
65 |
| 120 |
56 |
67 |
| 125 |
59 |
70 |
| 130 |
61 |
72 |
| 135 |
64 |
75 |
| 140 |
66 |
77 |
| 145 |
68 |
79 |
| 150 |
71 |
82 |
| 155 |
73 |
84 |
| 160 |
75 |
86 |
| 165 |
78 |
89 |
| 170 |
80 |
91 |
| 175 |
82 |
93 |
| 180 |
85 |
96 |
| 185 |
87 |
98 |
| 190 |
89 |
100 |
| 195 |
92 |
103 |
| 200 |
94 |
105 |
Specifications for the Perfect Rebounder
Depending on the quality, rebounding devices may be relatively low in cost, especially a
department store model that’s no more than a toy. Bouncing on such poorly-constructed models, usually imported from
Asia, may actually be harmful to one’s muscles, joints, and nerves. There’s no yield to them and the abrupt jarring
effect is the same as landing on the floor. My recommendation is that one should avoid purchasing these cheaply
priced models.
Rebounding devices can be acquired from sporting goods stores, department stores, by mail
order, and in some health food stores. No one manufacturer has a lock on the market for rebounders, but some are
better manufactured than others. It’s best, perhaps, to purchase your exercise unit directly from the manufacturer.
(See Resources.)
Most important for excellent rebounding is the mat material. It should give no stretch during
the downward landing, while at the same time providing a resilient rebound. Such a mat will be made from Permatron®
material, which has a smooth finish. The Permatron® is resistant to ultraviolet rays, doesn’t break down as do other
fabrics, and allows no moisture absorption. Part of the specifications for a perfect rebounder is that its mat will
be sewn together using 5760 stitches of high-grade nylon thread with two layers of strong polypropylene webbing
stitched around the mat’s edges.
Attached to a heavy-grade, all steel round frame should be an oversize spring mechanism
holding four-inch-long, custom-made jumbo springs which deliver a soft bounce. Thirty-six springs made of quality
wire will hold the mat to the frame. The springs should be shielded by a protective cover. Individual spring
mounting pins prevent frame wear. Tapered coils help to give extended wearability to such springs. (Untapered coils
allow low-quality springs to break frequently, requiring replacement.) Replacement springs must be available
directly from the manufacturer since retail distributors seldom stock spare springs.
The spring-loaded legs should fold for easy storage under a bed or behind a door. For a
folding rebounder, the frame should fold in half to be packed into its carrying bag, allowing for storage in a car
trunk.
To jump for health, rebounding devices that exhibit all of these features of excellence I’ve
been describing are the Needak® Soft-Bounce rebounders.
They meet all of these specifications for the ideal rebounding device.
My rebounder was delivered to my office last Friday, and I took only a
few minutes before going home that day to try it out. What a fabulous feeling from the increased oxygen in just a
couple of minutes! I know of no other exercise that would give noticeable energizing in 2 mins. or less. Thank you
to Tropical Traditions for adding this wonderful item to your list of health-raising habits!! I want to tell
everyone I love about it (as I did about coconut oil), but I’ve decided to begin by making such excellent changes in
myself that they won’t be able to resist asking what is making the difference and becoming interested in it
themselves. Your smiling sister rebounder.
Loraora
I started using my rebounder the week of July 18. I have had some
problems over the last six weeks which kept me from working out and dancing. After testing it out for a few minutes,
I decided to try it for 15 minutes. I am a 53 year old belly dancer so my ankles are pretty strong ( been dancing a
little over a year). I did feel sore at first. Since that date I have been using it for 30 minutes twice a day
because I found that I like it very much. With this rebounder, I have not needed to use any of my other equipment.
Also, I have had problems with spinning around when I belly dance. The rebounder helps me with that. I am able to
turn around on it very fast and do not feel as dizzy as I use to feel when I am dancing. So, it also is helping me
with my dancing. The weight lost was a surprise. I enjoy this rebounder very much. It is also easier using hand
weights while jumping of it. I have never been able to do jumping jacks without pain. Now, no pain. I love it.
Jean
At Needak Manufacturing in O’Neill, Nebraska, making the highest quality
rebounders is all we do. Marketing companies who purport to be manufacturers actually contract with overseas
jobbers to produce the cheaply built, look-alike rebounders they import by the container load. Since we are
a true manufacturer, we have complete control over all phases of manufacture. We maintain high standards of
quality control over every component that goes into your Needak® rebounder. Your purchase of a Needak®
rebounder helps American workers provide for their families and continues the noble tradition of high
quality American workmanship.
Needak Manufacturing is the only company to offer a rebounder with over 12 years of
continuous production. We offer a
TIME TESTED product with a proven warranty. In the event that you experience any problems, please
consult the following warranty for the details on servicing your rebounder.
Our Warranty for purchasers of the Needak®
rebounder:
In manufacturing the Needak® rebounder we insist that only the
best materials and workmanship available be used. This assures us that the Needak® rebounder will be the
best, from the standpoints of design, performance, and durability. Consequently, each rebounder comes with a
limited warranty as expressed below:
Residential Use: Needak Manufacturing guarantees the following items to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the periods indicated:
- Frame, frame hinges, platform pins, leg springs, and legs:
LIFETIME
- Mat, mat cleats, and spring pins: five (5) years
- Mat springs, leg tips, and safety spring cover: two (2) years
Commercial Use: Needak Manufacturing guarantees the following items to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the periods indicated:
- Frame and frame hinges: five (5) years
- Mat: five (5) years
- All other parts: one (1) year
It
is normal for springs to need occasional replacement. However, if needed, we will provide replacement
springs for your Needak® rebounder FREE for the stated period from the date of its purchase.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser only. It
is valid as long as the user’s weight is not in excess of 300 pounds. Any and all other guarantees or
warranties, expressed, implied, written, or otherwise stated will not be recognized by Needak Manufacturing.
While every attempt is made to embody the highest degree of
protection in all equipment, we cannot, however, guarantee freedom from injury. The user assumes all risk of
injury due to use. All merchandise is sold on this condition.
The New Cleat
Needak® is constantly re-evaluating our successful product to see if there is a way to
make it better. Our latest design innovation is our close fitting cleat. You will see in the photos
below how our new design compares with our previous cleat and those of some of our competitors.
The Old “Bullhorn” Cleat
Competitor’s Square Corner Cleat
One of the features of our old cleat design is that if a cleat would wear out, it
could easily be changed by the user. This feature continues with our new cleat design. You will note that
the competitor’s design with the sharp corners is sewn onto the mat and is impossible to change requiring a
new mat when the aluminum or soft pot metal wears through.
Needak® rebounders are
Made in the USA
Resources
Footnotes
1. The chart comes from research performed by Victor L. Katch, Ph.D., Dept. of Physical Education, University of
Michigan at Ann Arbor.
2. The chart comes from research performed by Victor. L. Katch, Ph.D., Dept. of Physical Education, University of
Michigan at Ann Arbor.
This article originally appeared in the July, 1995 issue of the Townsend Letter For Doctors, pages 42 -48.
Copyright Needak® Mfg. and Dr. Morton
Walker.
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Purchase a Needak® Rebounder

1 Folding Needak® Soft-Bounce™
Rebounder
Also included with your purchase of a Needak® Soft-Bounce™ Rebounder:

- A FREE carrying bag - a $40.00 value
- A FREE copy of the book, “Jumping For Health” by Dr. Morton Walker - a $7.95 value
- A FREE copy of the “Immune System” DVD by Albert Carter (a prolific rebounding promoter, Carter
demonstrates the Needak® rebounder and explains immune system functioning.), a $20.00 value
- And a FREE copy of Dr. Tina Wellman’s “Total Health For Longevity” reprint article, a $1.00 value.
All this is included in the purchase price!
Retail: $269.00 plus S/H
Now: $225.00 plus S/H
Hard Bounce Needak® Rebounder
(shorter - stiffer springs!)
recommended for those over 300 lbs.
Retail: $299.00 plus S/H
Now: $245.00 plus S/H
Needak® Non-folding Rebounder
Retail: $239.00 plus S/H
Now: $200.00 plus S/H
(this item has heavier
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Stabilizing Bar

Shown is the Needak® Soft-Bounce™ rebounder with a stabilizing bar attached. This bar offers those who feel unsteady on their feet a greater sense
of security while rebounding.
Don’t let a balance concern prevent you from joining in the fun. By
adding the Needak Stabilizing Bar to your Needak® Soft-Bounce™ rebounder you can have the confidence and security you want. This unique device adjusts to three different
height levels—one bar fits all. Simply hold the bar as you bounce.
Needak’s Stabilizing bar is fully portable. It easily disassembles into 4 pieces which can be stored in the
rebounder carrying bag for true portability.
Stabilizing Bar
Retail: $60.00
Only: $45.00
(when ordered with a Rebounder:
discount applied at checkout)
plus $10.00 extra shipping
(when ordered separately)
Total $55.00
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New! Needak®
Platinum Edition Soft-Bounce™ Rebounders
For
many years the jump surface of Needak® rebounders was made of blue Permatron® and accessorized with blue vinyl
spring covers and carry bags. The boom of the fitness industry in the late 1990’s forced a shift in
the color scheme to black fabrics which matched the exercise equipment found in Gyms and Health Clubs.
Needak Manufacturing is now offering our quality rebounder in a color other than black. We call it
our
Platinum Edition
rebounder and it incorporates all of our current features and several others that you have asked for.
Blue color—We offer this popular base for customers that prefer blue to our standard black
rebounder.
Contrasting edge banding—To aid in centering on the rebounder, Needak® utilizes a space between the
jump mat and spring cover. This visual cue tells you when you are near the edge of the jump mat.
We have added a platinum band to make this more obvious when doing vigorous exercise.
Improved jump mat—all of the platinum edition rebounders use our new
mat cleat and newly upgraded sewing pattern found on our black rebounder to produce the best jump mat
you will find anywhere.
The Platinum Edition rebounder is available in 1/2 folding and non-folding models

What comes
FREE with my Needak® Soft-Bounce™ rebounder?
In addition to the finest rebounder, made in America of superior materials, you will receive:
A
FREE carrying bag (Folding rebounder only) a $45.00
value,
A
FREE copy of the book, “Jumping for Health” by
Dr. Morton Walker - a $7.95 value
A
FREE copy of the “Immune System” VHS DVD by Albert
Carter (a prolific rebounding promoter, Carter demonstrates the Needak® rebounder and explains immune system
functioning.), a $20.00 value
And a
FREE copy of Dr. Morton Walker’s reprint article from
“The Townsend Letter For Doctors,” a $1.50 value.
American workmanship and quality materials provide you with the superior Needak® rebounder.

Platinum Folding Rebounder
Retail: $279.00 plus S/H
Now: $225.00 plus S/H
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Platinum Non-Folding Rebounder
Retail: $249.00 plus S/H
Now: $200.00 plus S/H
(this item has heavier
shipping charges)
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