The Basics Of Trampoline Tricks
If you’ve purchased a trampoline, and you want to do more than just jump on it, you may want to try out some trampoline tricks for even more fun. Here are some of the basics that you’ll want to try out, as well as some safety tips.
Bouncing, which is what the trampoline is made for, can be done in a number of ways. The first thing to keep in mind is that you need to bounce in the middle of the trampoline in order to maintain your balance and keep from falling off. The check bounce should be your first new skill, which will help you regain your balance by making it easier to reposition yourself in the middle of the trampoline. The check bounce is done by landing on your knees instead of your feet; bending your knees as soon as you can while in the air will help.
The way your arms move is quite important in the proper performance of trampoline tricks. For example, you will have to lift with your arms when you are laying flat on the trampoline and working your way into an upright position. Your arms will also need to be in place for the seat drop, which is when you jump in the air and land sitting down.
For the front drop, you’ll have to make sure that your body is positioned the right way, since landing incorrectly could result in back injury. It’s a good idea to first practice with the hands and knees drop, wherein you land with an even distribution of weight between your knees and hands.
A good place to find tips and advice about trampoline tricks online is the USA Trampoline and Tumbling Association, where you can see pictures of the jumps being performed. Another good site is Funspot.com which offers tutorials on tricks and stunts that you can do on your trampoline at home.
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