I’m two weeks in with using my rebounder. When I first started, I consciously restrained myself from bouncing too aggressively, at least until I felt confident in my balance. I could only go a minute or two but I kept at it.
This bouncing movement seduced me. I can’t remember ever feeling such an appetite for a new exercise regimen. More often than not when starting some new routine, I would return to it mostly out of a sense of duty to my better health.
Rebounding makes me smile! I feel a youthful joy moving this way. It reminds me of when I was in my 20s rhythmically bounding down a ski slope. Sometime over the years, I lost that sense of joy when moving my body.
Bouncing clears up my allergy clogged sinuses. My sense of balance is perceptibly better. Maybe this is all a placebo effect, but I don’t think so. I’m so glad I discovered this way to exercise.
I never took much pleasure in dancing but the rebounder is great to use while listening to music. Maybe there’s still hope for this rhythm-starved older body!
@Terry4 How is the rebounding going? Can you tell me which brand you purchased and if you’re satisfied with it or if you would have liked other features you didn’t previously consider?
I’m ready to make a purchase, so excited, but the choices are endless. Any help will be greatly appreciated!
It looks like my rebounding has become a habit for me. I jump about 2-3 times every day. When I travel, I miss it. My Apple activity tracker shows meeting my 500 calories move goal every day this month.
I bought the Bellicon Classic 44 inch diameter model, the medium-sized version. They also sell 39 and 49 inch diameter models. I’m very happy with its performance and it provides a smooth motion that doesn’t jar my joints.
My downstairs neighbor complained about noise initially but I added a puzzle-mat 3/4 inch layer underneath to cushion the action and my neighbor said she doesn’t hear anything after that addition. I was worried about that as I couldn’t bear the thought of giving it up.
The Bellicon is pricey and I was worried about it being a waste if I didn’t use it regularly. I think most home exercise equipment is under-used. I’ve been using my mini-tramp for almost 4 months now and my interest has not cooled.
I looked at some other models online that were cheaper but I was seduced by the high-quality German manufactured Bellicon. There are some likely comparable quality brands out there but I can’t offer any experience. I am happy that my mat is connected to the outer ring by bungee cords instead of springs. I think the springs would not give the same smooth action.
One feature I decided against and don’t regret is the hand-holds for those with significant balance issues. I don’t need that help but it might be very helpful for those who need it.
Good luck with your research. I’m still having fun and getting daily exercise!
Thank you so much, @Terry4! I didn’t notice there were springs or bungee models to consider. I’ll pay attention to that detail now too. It’s just us in the house, so I don’t need to worry about noise, although that might change once we move! I definitely will be getting the hand-hold bar; my balance isn’t the best.
The Bellicon is out of my price range, I was looking at the Needak that was mentioned in the video. The Needak is about half the price of the Bellicon, but I’m seeing it has springs. There is a JumpSport model for about the same price as Needak, but it has bungee cords.
Thanks so much, @Terry4! I was trying to recall David Hall and the Cellerciser and couldn’t!
The Cellerciser says that it is 40" across and the mat itself is 27.5". It says that the smaller jumping area is less stressful on the body. What are your thoughts on that? I was thinking a larger mat would be better and I’d be able to do more, more freely, without walking/jumping off of the mat!
You mention your Bellicon is 44". How large is the jumping mat?
The JumpSport has bungee cords and looks nice.
I wasn’t thinking anything about noise in the sense that the rebounder will squeek. Hopefully I can drown it out with ear plugs or music! Still, that might be a small price to pay for all of the health benefits rebounding offers.
It’s been over 30 years? since I bought my rebounder/trampoline. I just finally sold it last year when we moved as because of my back I just didn’t see being able to use it again. But even after all this time it was in great shape.
I used to play music or put on my headset to a nice energetic song or record and run!!
Besides great exercise, it was a great stress relief.
And it had springs and was smooth to run on, at least I never noticed an issue, but of course I don’t think I ever got on one with bungee cords either. But I can tell you that after 30 years the springs still worked great and the mesh on the trampoline itself was still in great shape. The only thing that had started to deteriorate was it had a cover around the outside that covered the springs and the edges. Things were sometimes made better years ago versus now though!
By the way, while I provided a link to the Cellersize rebounder, after watching the video that records a very noisy Bellicon with bungees, I found that it strains belief.
You should think about the noise with respect to your housemates, however. They may become irritated by this repetitive noise. If you can shut a door and insulate the sound from the rest of the house, then that could help.
@Terry4 Thanks! The Cellerzizer is a much smaller; 4.5" is a lot.
The floor plan is open, but I’m at home by myself a lot, so I should probably plan to exercise then when the family isn’t home. The bedrooms do have doors, so I could think about that, if I need too!
We have hardwood floors throughout the first floor and soon to be on the second floor, once we have the carpet pulled up. I thought about that when you mentioned your neighbor and the noise. I plan on getting what you did, a mat to help with the absorb some of the noise.
Thanks for the suggestions! They are helping a lot!
@Terry4 My Cellerciser arrived a few days ago! It wasn’t too difficult to set up; we had the most trouble with the balance bar.
I’m taking it slow and easy - about 15 minutes throughout the day.
I feel like I’m in one of the recent Peloton commercials where the woman gets one for Christmas and a year later she’s feeling like gold! I’m looking forward to learning all the different workouts, some look more than challenging! I haven’t gone beyond the “baby bounce” stage!
Good luck with your new rebounder, @Tapestry. You’re right to take it slowly at first. You’ll likely feel more confident balance-wise within the first few weeks. I hope you have as much fun with it as I have. I bounce almost every day. Enjoy!
