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THE STARBOUND WORKOUT
"Undisputed Queen of the Mini Trampoline"
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PRESS INDEX and reading about rebounding exercise
Please contact Michele Wilburn in person for any queries relating to Starbound products or services.
email: michele@starbounding.com
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Holistic
Fitness Holidays
Michele Wilburn
is a trained teacher, qualified fitness professional, presenter, producer
photographer and author of Starbound,
and presenter of Starbound Workout rebounding DVD and
workshops.
Educated in New Zealand where she originally
studied to become a teacher, majoring in physical education and the arts
Michele arrived in London in her early
twenties, where she developed her career in the fitness industry and later
as a producer, author and presenter.
She
originally worked in the fitness industry as programme developer and fitness trainer
in the 1980's with
David Liebe at the Decleor Morle Slimming and Beauty Centre, in High
Street Kensington.
She instructed a variety of fitness classes
in many well known London centres as the aerobics craze unfolded.
She discovered mini
trampoline rebounders in New Zealand, in the
early eighties, immediately recognizing the potential of the
equipment, and the need for training programmes to accompany the
equipment. She set about developing rebounding
exercise workout training programmes
for health and fitness.
The Starbound Workout evolved
over the past thirty years with Wilburns' recognition that
mini trampoline rebounders required a
specialised approach for session design and rebounding exercise skill development.
Starbound, her book, was written to serve as a reference for
those working out with rebounders at home.
Starbound rebounding workout programmes were
launched internationally from the Gym at the Sanctuary in Covent Garden, coinciding with the launch of Starbound,
her book of mini trampoline rebounding exercises and rebounding lifestyle
plans.
Michele has presented rebounder
sessions with the Starbound Workout for years at the Gym at the Sanctuary
in London Covent Garden,
moving on to present workshops internationally, with many world tours
throughout her career.
Michele Wilburn founded Starbound Enterprise in London UK, to meet the many queries she
received in regard to rebounding programmes, and to provide clients with
quality rebounders for sessions.
Michele
continues to tour internationally, coaching and presenting Starbound
workshops, and is now developing
further Energyia Kinetics fitness and healthy lifestyle productions,
in relation to Energyia holistic fitness holidays she hosts.
General
Overview of Starbounds Mini trampoline exercise system.
Starbounds mini
trampoline rebounder exercise system - Using mini trampoline rebounders for home
exercise; an article for reference written by Michele Wilburn.
Mini-trampolines, also referred to as rebounders, bouncers, and mini trampoline rebounders, usually stand about
8in. from the floor, and measure 36in. to 40in. in diameter.
They are easily
accommodated in homes, and are widely used in sports centres, gymnasiums,
health hydros, hospital physiotherapy and rehabilitation departments,
sports injury clinics and schools.
It was in the
late 1970s that the numerous
benefits to be derived from rebounding on a
mini-trampolines first received wide-spread acknowledgement through the
press. In his book,
The Miracles of Rebound Exercise1 Albert E. Carter mentioned nearly forty doctors who were in
favour of the exercise.
Mini-trampolines began to flood the domestic
exercise equipment market, along with Al Carter’s popular concept of ‘Rebounding
‘, which was marketed internationally.
Among many well-researched theories extolled in his book, Carter defined
Rebound exercise as ‘... a method of stimulating every cell of the
body simultaneously by increasing the G-Force applied to every cell. We do
that,’ he explained, ‘by vertically adding the forces of acceleration and
deceleration to the ever-present gravitational pull.’(P.80)
It
is well documented that speedy motion in a horizontal plane, or a change
of position in a vertical direction increases the G-Force acting on the
body.
At the top of each bounce
when rebounding
on mini trampolines, the G-Force is non-existent, and your body
momentarily experiences weightlessness.
Depressing the rebounder mat, the
pull of the G-Force is increased at least twice. This repetitive change in
G-Force creates ideal conditions to strengthen all body cells
simultaneously when working out on mini trampolines.
Regular well balanced exercise is
absolutely essential to maintaining and improving health and fitness.
Without it body systems weaken, and the risk of degenerative conditions
increase.
For any system of exercise to be
beneficial for all systems in the body it must provide cellular resistance
without approaching the rupture threshold of the cells.
It must
increase
circulation of blood and lymph and stimulate respiratory function to
increase oxygen delivery to the cells.
Radiant health depends on the wholesome functioning of the billions of
cells comprising the body.
Bountiful supplies of oxygen and essential nutrients combine to create
energy for the life processes of the cell. If circulation becomes
sluggish, wastes, toxins and plasma proteins stockpile around cell walls.
With
rebounding exercise on mini
trampolines, circulation rises quickly. Fresh supplies of
oxygen and nutrients are delivered abundantly, providing every cell a
share for growth, maintenance and repair. Carbon dioxide, toxins and
wastes are speedily eliminated.
Cellular metabolism is fired, providing an excellent catalyst for healing.
Muscular, skeletal, endocrine and organ systems all benefit
simultaneously.
Consistent
changes in G-Force powerfully activate your lymphatic system. Along lymph
pathways, nodes act as deprogramming stations for cancerous cells, prevent
viruses from invading further, and they filter debris, toxins and wastes.
They
offer important stations of defence. Antibodies and lymphocytes, white
blood cells that fight off germs and bacteria are produced within the
lymphatic system.
Warrior cells, such as phagocytes, and white blood cells that eat bacteria
and debris line a network of tiny passages in your nodes.
When
inactive, less than ½ a teaspoon of lymph is drained each minute as
opposed to up to 4 teaspoons when rebounding.
Lymph flows in one
direction only, from the smallest capillaries to the largest thoracic duct
behind the collar-bone, where it is tipped back into the bloodstream.
Unlike blood, the lymphatics have no pump.
The flow of lymph is regulated by a
series of valves, which open as the bead-like muscle belly is filled and
compressed.
An increase of pressure below the valve causes the valve lip
to open and shunt lymph forward.
The increased G-force when you land
encourages a healthy surge of lymphatic fluid through the body.
Additionally, rhythmical muscular contractions, along with respiratory and
atmospheric pressure combine to activate ideal conditions to shunt lymph
forward, boosting your immune system, providing resistance to disease and
aiding detoxification.
Blood plasma proteins such as
globulin, fibrinogen and albumin, depend entirely upon lymphatic
circulation for return into the bloodstream. When circulation becomes
sluggish they cluster, creating a loss of energy, blocked electrical
circuits, pain and disease.
Carrying a negative charge, they attract sodium, which in turn creates
fluid retention.
For
healthy functioning, to determine that each cell receives its optimum
share of oxygen, minerals and nutrients, cells must remain in a dry state,
with just enough fluid to fill surrounding crevices.
Regular rebounding on quality mini trampolines provides the best lymphatic
exercise to keeps blood proteins circulating quickly and easily.
Different symptoms may surface according to the
individual. Slight discharges, tingling skin, light headaches, irregular
bowel motions and spotty skin are often among the signs that show the body
is throwing off wastes.
During this period, it is helpful to use
my book of rebounding exercise plans, Starbound to help draw up a Starbound Resolution Plan for Detox,
to speed the process.
It is wise to use rebounders
for short periods of a few minutes, several times throughout the day.
Feelings of buoyancy heighten your senses, spurring your body into action.
Energy sources are immediately restored, balancing and refreshing your
outlook.
As
you land the first portion of your weight deforms the mat surface. Going
down several milliseconds, impact and tension is spread, along with the
abruptness to which it is applied to your joints.
When exercising on the floor or jogging on a pavement your spine absorbs
up to five times the normal force of walking.
As
you land vertical shock waves spread from your ankles, through your bones
and spine, and minor nerve damage may well occur at the root of your
pelvis. Joggers often end up with micro-trauma injuries to heels and
ankles.
Shock is transmitted through your hips to each vertebra and disc to the
skull. Discs act as shock absorbers but only reduce the shock at each
level. Shock waves can travel from the top of your spine and deflect off
your skull setting up additional standing waves.
Impact shock cause the energy stored in the muscles to fly to the
protection of your feet, knees, ankles, hips and back.
The mini trampoline you use will
determine the way your body responds. Kinetic energy builds up in your
muscles which in turn deliver this energy to your organs and cells – which
function more efficiently, revitalising your energy.
To be highly
effective, kinetic energy build-up and the activity generating it must be
smooth with no jarring.
If jarring occurs energy stored in the
muscles will fly to protect the joints, by-passing vital organs.
Regrettably this happens using poorly constructed, tight rebounders.
If
the mat yields only a short way, deceleration into the mat becomes too
rapid – your body is stopped abruptly at the bottom of the bounce.
Rather than releasing muscular tension in
blocked tissue, the opposite can occur, with tension rising into the body
blocking circulation further. The springs and mat must yield completely
with your full body weight at the bottom of the bounce, yet maintain a
stable surface tension for balance
Top quality American mat fabric retains elasticity.
Strong coiled springs, loaded into welded cleats on the inner frame
of the mini trampoline,
provide a smooth, yielding bounce. Avoid small, shiny springs, punched
into the top of the rebounders frame – they lack elasticity, snap easily, and
ground through the frame steel.
Check that rubber caps won’t mark the floor – ideally white is best
for carpets.
Safety covers on all mini trampolines should contain thick padded backing to completely
cover the springs.
Check that rebounder mats, springs and covers can be replaced if necessary due
to wear.
Check that the purchase of the unit carries a warranty.
Rebounders can be purchased with spring-loaded folding legs as a
plus for storage. To read more:
The majority of my clients
are faced with the dilemma of not only how to find time to integrate
sufficient exercise into daily schedules to induce health related
benefits, but how to maintain enthusiasm to sustain it.
Using rebounders offers ideal
exercise for many – they are accessible within busy
lifestyles, versatile in approach, adaptable for all ages and levels of
fitness, effective in cosmetic image, and energising and fun to perform.
Many find rebounding aerobic
workout programmes offer a perfect support system to cushion the
changes while encouraging inner forces of resolve.
By
rebounding through
transition, with such goals as detoxification, healing, weight loss,
stress management, visual improvement, post-natal recovery, better backs
and 5-star fitness planning, the majority of participants feel more able
to reinforce a positive attitude.
The Starbound
Workout evolved with my recognition that the
rebounder required a
specialised approach for session design and skill development. Starbound, my book, was written to serve as a lifelong reference
for those with a bouncer at home.
I teach within a variety of Starbound
studio sessions which focus on skill development and home application.
The Starbound Personal Prescription System offers a course of 6 weekly
sessions, based on lifestyle assessment for goal planning, with a
bounce-
As part of the Personal
Prescription System clients learn to plan the basics of well-rounded
weekly rebounding fitness programmes, using the 5 zones of the Starbound
Workout.
Recently I have released
a two hour rebounding aerobics DVD compilation which accompanies the
rebounding lifestyle plans in Starbound my book. Used together the
Starbound Workout rebounding video provides workout content to help your
imagination along when using the rebounder at home. Lymphatic Reflex Zones Warm-Up Bounce Target
Zones Conditioning Flexibility &
Relaxation
Mini trampoline exercises and
rebounding techniques within each zone
can be combined with rebounding routines and performed for just a few
minutes daily, as part of a weekly fitness prescription.
Alternatively techniques can
be combined into a complete workout, performed for between 15–60 minutes.
To use a rebounder successfully, time needs to be set aside to master
skills.
Exercise literally takes on new dimensions as you explore the potential
your bouncer has to offer. It’s not unusual to experience slight panic and
disorientation when you first bounce.
In the beginning you need to take it very slowly, bouncing for only a few
minutes at a time.
Sheer enthusiasm is reflected in hundreds of letters I receive from around
the world.
The health and fitness of many
has blossomed as they have bounced back to a fullness of energy and
vitality.
People express gratitude to
have found a form of exercise that is challenging yet relaxing for their
minds, calming yet uplifting for spirits, and gentle yet strengthening for
their bodies.
Many speak of improved stamina, energy and vitality, weight
loss, relief from symptoms of arthritis, depressions, allergies, ME,
headaches, menstrual problems, sinus, and varicose veins to name but a
few.
Others tell of pain-free
mobility at a level not experienced for years. The beauty of the bouncer
is that it fits in with any lifestyle, occupies only 40" of space and in
return provides a divine elixir for health, fitness and fun.
Rebounding classes on mini-trampolines are a great total-body workout.
So
when a chance comes along in the form of a total body workout called rebounding
- in which all the exercises are done on a mini-trampoline - it's no wonder that
it is quickly becoming a hit in health clubs.
The American Council on Exercise
(ACE) predicts that rebounding was one of the hottest fitness trends of
2002.
Once you've mastered rebounder techniques, which can be learned
in about 30 seconds, your head doesn't move either. All rebounding aerobics
routines come from your core center.
It's like a Pilates techniques, because you're working with
gravity.
The gravitational pull increases your body weight.
When you're in the
air, your body weight increases, so your body has to work harder.
A rebounding workout can burn up to 700 calories an hour; jogging on
rebounders for 20 minutes, it's the equivalent of running three miles.
Because the age of people who exercise is
maturing, exercises that are joint-friendly are the ones that are
receiving most attention and highest participation rates, according to
Cedric Bryant, chief exercise physiologist for ACE in San Diego.
CASE
STUDIES REBOUNDING WORKOUTS
With over twenty years of studio coaching
I have found public acceptability of the mini-trampoline as an exercise
accessory is the highest I have ever witnessed.
Hardly anyone rejects the devise.
Providing people understand and are motivated by rebounding programme
structure most clients continue rebounding at home using various Starbound
workout themes as a life-long practise.
RENEE G; HOUSEWIFE; AGE 43; HAMPSTEAD,
LONDON
attends a studio session for an hour each week.
Additionally has weekly Shiatsu massage, occasional cranial osteopathy and
weekly yoga sessions.
Has been diagnosed with MS for over five years.
Among goals set within the Starbound Prescription she is using the rebounder
to develop balance, co-ordination, mobility, strength, and muscle tone.
We are developing skills to
help her check reactions in panic state, which she falls into quickly due
to lack of confidence.
Renee uses a support bar, and
is gradually extending rebounding time.
We began very cautiously, by counting up in
sets of 8, for no more than a couple of minutes at a time.
Each week we adapt a new skill and vary the
format of routines. Renee tires easily and progresses well with focused
attention to breathing, sound, relaxation, visualisation and neurovascular
reflex pressing.
Renee uses the mini trampoline
for three small sessions of a few minutes at a time throughout the day.
“It really is boosting my energy.
If I miss a day I really
notice the following day that my co-ordination and stamina are not nearly
as good.”
MR & MRS
POYNTER; AGE 80 PLUS, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, HERTS visited
together for an hour studio introductory session.
Both were feeling the lethargy that lack of
exercise can create, and had heard that bouncing was suitable for all
ages.
We set up the balance bar, adjusting height
correctly for each. Taught correct methods for moving on and off the
bouncer, and from varying positions during routines.
Advised rebounding for short periods of a
few minutes, varying techniques from the bouncer with mobility routines on
and around the mat.
We spent the session
perfecting basic rebounding techniques for correct foot strike, posture
and essential stretching.
I demonstrated skill
progressions they would be able to make over the weeks.
They use their rebounder every day. Three
months later: “We love it. Keeps you alert and active, and if it’s pouring
with rain you can still have a jog!”
DAVID
HANCOCK; AGE 56; MILL HILL, LONDON visited originally for three
private studio rebounding aerobic sessions. Was suffering high blood
pressure and 2 stone overweight.
Needed bar for first session
while orientating with balance.
We set up a patterned routine from my book
and planned a weekly fitness prescription diary in advance, to include
swimming and speed walking for further aerobic fitness activities.
In the second week we created
a deep relaxation, rebounding and flexibility tape for private home use.
By week 3 David was really
gaining confidence and stamina, and really felt positive regarding his
progress.
He has been following his
programme for over 9 months now. “My doctor was surprised that my blood
pressure readings improved so quickly.
My resting heart rate has
also improved dramatically and within six months I had lost the extra
weight that I was carrying.
But most importantly I feel so well
and full of surplus energy – my whole life had taken a turn for the
better.”
VANESSA B;
FULHAM LONDON; AGE 47; attends Starbound Personal
Prescription sessions weekly.
Working with a naturopath Vanessa has
developed a predominantly alkaline menu plan, to help with her arthritis.
She began rebounding with a bar but is now
completely independent. She uses her mini trampoline mornings,
immediately after rising for gentle pulsation, before following a mobility
routine, and again throughout the day for a few minutes at a time.
She practises the lymphatic reflex sequence
daily. Her condition is much improved but she still has bouts of
inflammation – particularly when under stress.
During this time she must not exercise.
While sessions began very simply she gradually progressed to more
complicated routines.
Care is taken not to include
routines that require force across a joint. “My muscle tone has improved
quite noticeably.
My sense of balance is so
much better that I never use the bar at all these days. The bouncer has
given me a new lease on life.
As long as I use it every
day, and watch my food I feel so much better for it.
My son has Down’s Syndrome,
and like many of his friends is very overweight and has suffered from bad
constipation. He loves the rebounder and has lost
nearly one and a half stone. His constipation has cleared and he uses the
loo regularly.”
"The tension around
my shoulders has disappeared; in general I feel much more relaxed and positive
about life.
Starbound has been the perfect
solution to solving my stress problems.
The fact that I’ve lost over
20lbs in weight and got into shape is just the bonus.
Thank you for your great book’"
(Sam Fraser, Norfolk
There’s no need to dress
for gym or wear training shoes. Bouncing in bare feet stimulates better
control for balance and freedom of movement.
For safety you should
avoid wearing slippery shoes, socks or tights. As with any exercise
programme it is advised to check with your practitioner if you have any
health concerns.
Create a rebounding space in your living room to encourage spontaneous
use. Bouncing with a mirror keeps you centred, enhances confidence,
helps you identify and perfect correct technique, and encourages
speedier skill development.
Support bars can be attached for anyone lacking confidence with
balance. They fit simply onto the leg of the rebounder and still allow for
varied techniques to be performed.
Discipline yourself to practise correct technique from the
beginning. Include essential stretches, precise posture, cross-crawl and
breathing.
Assess your intensity by using the Borg Scale for Perceived
Exertion, which also corresponds accurately with your associated heart
rate.
Integrate routines for mobility, lymphatic reflex zones, aerobic
training, conditioning, flexibility and deep relaxation into your
sessions.
Tailor each mini
trampoline workout to suit your mood and needs.
Create a rebounding
session diary to outline your basic weekly fitness prescription. This
will help you assess what areas need your particular attention.
Take a rebounding break for energy. You’ll be amazed how a few minutes
will clear the mind, boost your oxygen supplies and refresh your
outlook.
Children move forward in leaps and bounds with a
rebounder around.
Time must be set aside for
technique instruction and safety skills.
For those with learning
disabilities, it effectively provides awareness of visually guided
movement, direction, and total body control.
For healing purposes, simply set up a soft vibration,
alternating between a gentle bounce and walk on the mini trampoline, controlling intensity by
bouncing below your fatigue threshold.
Single foot strike patterns
provide less impact on the joints than double foot strike rebounding
patterns. If recovering from injusy, back problems or surgery aim for
single foot strike patterns to begin.
Preparing for action requires a body and
mind-centred approach. By bringing awareness to posture and body
alignment, tensions are subtly released before rebounding begins.
A
conscious ‘postural stance’ checklist provides the first stage of the
warm-up. Toes are aligned, feet hip width and facing forward. Knees are
consciously released and relaxed. The abdomen is gently contracted, with
the pelvis tilted slightly forward. With a softening of the shoulders and
jaw and the chin dipped slightly, the top of the head relaxes.
Sessions begin by setting up a gentle vibrational rhythm
bounce, simply pulsing the heels into the mat. As a rhythm sets in,
attention is drawn to breath release and patterning. A variety of
breathing, sound and visual techniques are integrated at this point to
open deeper energies and release emotional tension.
Warm-up includes
performing 1-star bounce techniques on the mini trampoline to set mind-body cross-crawl patterns.
These establish further mental clarity, and prepare the foundation for
more complicated routines to follow.
Simple skills can be applied to
encourage hand-eye co-ordination, balance, spatial awareness and
confidence. All techniques throughout the workout are performed setting
opposite arm to leg movements simultaneously, to improve brain and body
co-ordination.
Simple facial toners help loosen
tension in the face and scalp.
Warm-up techniques loosen and limber joints
through full range of motion, increase synovial fluid supply to the
joints, and relax and prepare muscles. You move about the bed of mat in
various postures, kneeling, sitting on the edge, rolling back on the mat
and turning the bouncer on edge as as barre for support.
Attention to
correct foot-strike patterns and arm positions is highlighted throughout
sessions. The rhythm bounce and rhythm walk form the simple foundation for
all skills.
Simple one-star techniques which demand a double-foot strike
landing include the shuffle, twist, jogger, knee lifts, side steps, slinky
skier, hopscotch and jumping jacks.
Techniques which require a single foot
strike, such as the toe-tapper and heel-flak require a double centre
bounce for balance maintenance until speed and agility increases.
While most of the rebounding
aerobics workout takes place with the
feet low to the mat – with the bounce rising no more than two inches from
the mat surface, it is important to jump entire movements freely. If you
lock the supporting foot into the mat while moving the other, this can
cause strain to the supporting knee. To vary the use of the bouncer we
often add simple step and skipping routines.
When tension has released and circulation is warm, certain stretches for
the legs need to be incorporated. For this purpose we turn the rebounder on
edge and use it as a barre which aids balance and correct body alignment.
The essential stretches include those for the gastrocnemius (calf
muscles), soleus (underlying calf and Achilles tendon), quadriceps (front
of thighs) hamstrings (back of thigh) and the hip flexors.
Body stroking techniques for Lymphatic
reflex zones can be merged into the warm-up, or included at any stage of a
rebounding session.
These techniques are used by certified lymphologists for
directing electrical energy in the body for pain relief and healing
purposes. They involve stroking specific zones with coned fingers or flat
palms.
One of the main aims of the Starbound
Workout is to provide the opportunity to bounce within ‘target zones’ to
accomplish aerobic fitness training. This implies rebounding for between 60
& 75% of the maximum heart rate, gradually increasing the sessions to
around 25 minutes over a three month period.
To ensure the level of exertion
corresponds with age, efforts are rated according to the Borg Scale of
Perceived Exertion.
When exercising on the rebounder up to 68% more
work can be accomplished for the same oxygen uptake.
For this reason it is
recommended that participants work to the lower end of target zones, at
between 60 & 70% of maximum heart rate.
A suitable method of
measuring this is by bouncing at a level that allows you to talk or sing
comfortably, with a little extra effort required to sustain your voice and
breath.
As skills progress, techniques in the Starbound Workout are arranged in groups with progressions for one-star,
two-star and three-star variations.
For example the 1 ‘Let’s twist’,
progresses to the 2 ‘Toe twister’ to 3 ‘Liquorice Twist’. The 1 ‘Toe tapper’ progresses to the 2 ‘Ballet step’ to the 3 ‘Can can’. For every 1
technique there are several progressions for sequential skills.
The fun really starts when
you master the skills, and feel creatively free to experiment by merging
techniques into rebounding patterns.
Although simplicity is the
key, it’s surprising how quickly progress takes place. No more than 8
repetitions of any one technique is performed within a routine. Music
largely determines the beat.
The faster the music, as a
rule of thumb, the lower and faster the bounce will be. Various patterns
encourage movement about the mat.
These include V-Shapes, back
to front, quarter and half turns and diagonal fan shapes.
Arms and legs act as levers
for the intensity of effort. The longer the lever, and the more levers
involved, the more effort the technique will require.
A variety of patterns are
set to exercise the memory, through add on routines. Interval patterns,
choreographed to music, break the sequence into sets corresponding to the
verse, chorus & instrumental break of the music.
The conditioning zone of the Starbound
Workout provides specific techniques for spot-toning and strengthening the
general muscle groups of the back, abdomen, arms, buttocks and legs.
Conditioning routines performed from the mat are far more comfortable than
on the floor. You’re able to safely align your body in all postural
positions.
Knees and back remain cushioned and the height of the rebounder
from the floor allows for more complete movement through full range of
motion. Throughout the conditioning phase, bounce routines are performed
between conditioning sequences.
This provides a two-fold benefit, in that
residual muscle tension is relaxed, while at the same time the heart rate
and circulation rises, increasing the training benefits of the following
sequence. Bands and light weights can be used to provide additional
resistance.
By using the rebounder on edge as a barre for support when
performing upright conditioning routines, postural alignment and balance
is stabilised.
An important and often
overlooked element of any fitness prescription is the deep flexibility and
relaxation zone. It is important to practise extended stretch routines to
re-establish a full range of motion within muscles and joints and to
encourage the elimination of wastes.
A number of routines are
integrated into the workout. They can be practised following conditioning
routines, at the end of a workout, or in sessions on their own.
The basic
stretches, outlined in the warm-up zone for stretch must always be
performed again at the end of a rebounding session.
Stretch techniques
performed at the end of the workout are practised on and around the mini
trampoline mat, and ideally lead into deep relaxation and meditation.
Following relaxation a gentle pulse on the bouncer wakes up your energy,
and you’re ready to go!
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Join Michele Wilburn in the summer for 'Energyia Holistic Fitness Holiday Retreats'