A mini-trampoline is a smaller version of a trampoline used in exercise programs for heart health. It is durable, has a small size of 1 meter in diameter, and reduces stress on joints. However, it can cause injury if not used correctly.
A mini-trampoline, also called a trampette, is a smaller version of its larger counterpart, the trampoline. The miniature version does not have as much performance and is located lower to the ground. It is often used in exercise programs that focus on heart health because its use produces a high heart rate, even while reducing stress on the joints in the legs.
A trampoline is a piece of canvas that is stretched taut inside a frame and attached to it with metal springs. The canvas is inelastic and the springs allow the trampoline to bounce. There are two types of regular trampoline: the competitive one, which is made of strong materials and is very durable, and the recreational one, which is not as strong as the competitive model and is made for occasional use.
The construction of most mini trampolines is similar to that of a regular size recreational trampoline. The mini’s canvas is quite durable and is attached to springs, usually steel, that connect it to a metal frame. Its most distinctive feature is its small size of only 3 feet (1 meter) in diameter.
Its size makes a mini-trampoline very suitable for indoor activities. Just 12 inches (30 cm) off the ground, a mini-trampoline cannot exert enough rebound, the upward force exerted on the person jumping on it, to cause the user to jump extremely high. However, it is designed to have enough elasticity and flexibility to reduce any impact that could damage the knees and leg joints after jumping or similar activity.
Many fitness routines use a mini trampoline to reduce stress on the joints, making it suitable for people with joint problems. Since it is relatively small, it can be used in the privacy of your home or transported to a different location for exercise. Some can even be folded to be even more compact.
If not used correctly, a mini trampoline, or any trampoline, can cause injury. The springs must be covered, at all times during use, with a circular pad that is attached around the edge of the frame. This will prevent one leg from slipping or getting caught in the springs. It is not advisable to use a mini-trampoline near other people or near other mini-trampolines. A lapse in attention could cause a collision.
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