Friday, February 27, 2009

Using Mini Trampoline Rebounders During Pregnancy

By Jane Bracken

The best trampoline to use is the rebounder, but most websites do not recommend using mini trampoline rebounders during pregnancy. This is mostly a blanket declaration that does not consider instances in which using a rebounder is perfectly acceptable. The safety of the rebounder during pregnancy must be considered on a case-by-case basis and the woman must consult her doctor before engaging in this exercise. Some women have found that rebounding is their preferred method of exercise during pregnancy. They pay close attention to intensity and comfort by listening to their bodies and monitoring their condition throughout.

The intensity of the workouts during pregnancy depends upon the intensity of the workouts before pregnancy and the fitness level they have. Women who were athletic when they were not pregnant can endure higher frequency and intensity than women who were mostly sedentary.

During pregnancy, rebounding keeps the mother active and provides other benefits as well. In addition to helping to relieve incontinence, it can help improve circulation to both the mother and the baby. While many forms of exercise put a great deal of stress on the joints, commonly a source of swelling and pain for pregnant women, rebounding does not place stress on the joints.

When using the rebounder mini trampoline, pregnant women should begin with caution. Begin gently, without clearing the mat. Wear good exercise shoes or go barefoot. When getting off of the rebounder, be careful to avoid injury or harming the baby.

There are some specific exercises pregnant women can do on the rebounder to help relieve some pain and to remain fit and healthy. The aPelvic Rocka is a simple movement that require the woman to sit on the rebounder cross-legged and rock to the left and to the right.

The aBack Archa is an exercise that relieves lower back pain and is very simple like the previous exercise. While on her hands and knees on the rebounder, the woman arches her back, cat-like and as high as she can and then lowers her belly as low as she can.

The woman can strap light weights of three pounds or less to her wrist while she exercises. Squats in particular can be helpful. But she should be careful to remember that doing squats on a trampoline is unlike doing them on the floor: when she straightens up from the squat the mat will agivea, causing uncertain balance. While it can be uncertain at first, the exercise will improve balance.

Rebounders, the best trampolines, can be perfectly fine for use during pregnancy. To be sure, any pregnant woman should check with her doctor before beginning to use one. While exercising, it is important to be alert for any negative effects, such as nausea, dizziness, increased body temperature, heart palpitations, pain in the chest of abdomen, or vaginal bleeding. Each of these symptoms can be dangerous and should be taken seriously. Using a rebounder can be a relaxing and fun way to stay fit and healthy while pregnant. - 2368

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