Shilpa Shetty Kundra’s commitment to health and fitness is highly inspirational. The Sukhee actor recently took to Instagram to share a video of herself acing a trampoline workout. “Shut up and BOUNCE… your way to stronger abs! Who said workouts can’t be a ‘jump’start to fun?,” she captioned her post.
She also listed several benefits associated with this form of workout, stating that a trampoline workout targets the back, core, and leg muscles, in addition to working the arms, neck, and glutes. She added that it strengthens the core and burns fat, is low-impact on joints, and provides a high-intensity burn. It improves stability, balance, and posture, boosts circulation, and aids detoxification. It also engages deep core muscles for better control. “Besides being fun, stress-relieving, and involving full-body activation, it also challenges gravity,” she continued.
Is it true?
Dr Prashant Mistry, a celebrity physiotherapist and fitness expert, told indianexpress.com that the gravitational force produced as a result of bouncing helps muscles and burns fat snappily. “This firms up every part of your body – including legs, shanks, arms, hips, and stomach. It also helps perfect dexterity and balance. If you are a beginner, exercises like single-leg bounces or jogging variations are a good place to start,” he said.
Yoga trainer Piya Sharma concurred, however, sharing that the risks differ for sitting and standing exercises, and both require a specific set of precautions. As a warm-up, she recommended starting with some stretching and breathing exercises before sitting or getting on the trampoline.
Here’s what you should keep in mind
1. Sit with a straight back and engaged core for proper posture.
2. Bouncing subjects your body to elastic force, increasing the load on your bones and muscles. A gentle warm-up helps prevent strain.
3. Use a stable trampoline – ensure it’s well placed on a non-slip surface.
4. Be sure to reduce pressure on your joints and lower back if you are just starting out.
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5. Avoid sudden twisting to prevent spinal strain and keep your center of mass aligned with your core.
“If you’re recovering from a knee, hip, or pelvic injury, bouncing may delay healing or worsen the condition, and you should avoid sitting on the trampoline,” Sharma added.
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.