Key Features

Large Bouncing Surface: This Stamina Intone Plus Rebounder offers a large 38 inch bouncing surface, so you can add additional stability and exercise options to your workout. The larger mat means you can add side jumps to your bouncing routine for more variety and more fun in your workouts.

Electronic Monitor: The useful electronic monitor allows you to track your fitness by keeping score of your total jumps, jumps per minute, calories burnt and total workout time. A great way to keep track of your progress and motivate you to hit new goals.

Resistance Tubes: The Stamina Intone Plus Rebounder features two resistance tubes to add even more to your workout. The foam padded handles are comfortable to hold and use and provide a great upper body strength training. Additionally, for people who may be nervous about jumping for the first time, the resistance tubes can be stabilizing and centering for added safety, security and confidence while you jump.

Warranty: Like the other Stamina rebounder on this list, the Stamina Intone Plus Rebounder offers a manufacturer’s warranty of 1 year for the frame and 90 days for each of the parts.

Drawbacks

The only drawback I could find with the Stamina Intone Plus Rebounder is one that is found in many spring rebounders: the noise. The sound of the springs when you jump up and down on the rebounder can be noisy for some and if you have downstairs neighbors, it can possibly bother them too if you use it at certain times. However, the use of the springs provide greater longevity to the rebounder and most people today are familiar with the sound of rebounder or trampoline springs so it is unlikely to garner complaints.

The Verdict

If you are willing to spend a little more money, the Stamina Intone Plus Rebounder offers some additional features to the other Stamina rebounder on our list. The inclusion of the electronic monitor and resistance tubes in particular are great additions that would be useful for someone wanting to up their workout. The larger bouncing surface also makes it a good option for a larger person who feels more comfortable with a little more room to jump or simply for someone who wants to add side jumps to their exercise routine.

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To maximize the benefit of your rebound workout:

-Drink 12-16 oz of clean filtered water beforehand.

-Do it outside and connect with God and nature. (If nature permits)

-Take at least 10 deep breaths of fresh air while you do it.

-Get sunlight on as much of your body as you can.

-If possible do it with enough intensity to break a sweat. Give yourself 7-20 minutes.

Sweating is important, but it also means you’ll need a shower afterward. The nice thing about rebounding is you can still get a benefit from it even if you don’t break a sweat. Try to get at least one sweaty rebounder workout per day. I do it first thing in the morning before I shower for the day. If you can’t do it outside, do it inside. Just do it!

My wife Micah even used a rebounding workout dvd to lose her baby weight after our first daughter was born.

Not all rebounders are created equal

The quality of the frame, springs and mat are extremely important. Cheap rebounders are harder on your joints and can cause injury, also they wear out quickly, and have no warranty.

I’ve used a ReboundAir since 2004 and I highly recommend it.

ReboundAir was founded by Al Carter, THE pioneer of rebound exercise.
In fact my mom even has his original book The Miracle of Rebound Exercise from 1979!

The ReboundAir has a Lifetime All Parts Warranty.
They used them on The Biggest Loser campus and ReboundAir has been featured on CBS “The Doctors” television show twice. Cool right?

They make three models: the Standard rebounder, the Classic Half-Fold, and the Ultimate Quarter-Fold.

The Quarter-Fold model is really cool because it folds in half twice (I demonstrate how to fold and unfold it in the video). If you don’t see your self folding and unfolding it often then I recommend the Standard or the Half-Fold models.

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Back in 2004 when I first started to research natural therapies I read every natural cancer survival testimony I could find. I found many common threads, and one of them was jumping on a mini trampoline, aka Rebounding. I figured since so many natural survivors and health practitioners were doing it there must be something to it…

Rebounding creates an increased G-force resistance (gravitational load) and positively stresses every cell in your body. As a result, it strengthens your entire musculoskeletal system: your bones, muscles, connective tissue, and even organs.  And it promotes lymphatic circulation by stimulating the millions of one-way valves in your lymphatic system.
Sounds pretty good right?

In addition, rebounding is very low impact and allows you to do jumping and aerobic exercises for much longer intervals than you could on solid ground without tiring out or creating harmful oxidative and adrenal stress.

The Three Basic Rebounding Exercises

The Health Bounce is gently bouncing up and down on a rebounder without your feet leaving the mat.  It is very low impact and very effective at moving your lymphatic system. Most folks can easily do this for an hour or more while watching tv.

The Strength Bounce is jumping as high as you can. It strengthens primary and stabilizer muscles throughout your body, improves your balance, and moves your lymphatic system like nothing else.  That’s what you want to work up to.

Aerobic Bouncing is jumping jacks, twisting, running in place, bouncing on one leg at a time, dancing, and any other crazy maneuvers you can think of. Doing these high intensity aerobic exercises will get your blood pumping and your sweat on.

If you are too weak to jump you can sit on the rebounder and bounce gently in a seated position. I bought my ReboundAIR rebounder in 2004 a few months after abdominal surgery, and found it too painful to really jump on at first, so I just did the health bounce. As my body healed, the pain went away and I started doing the Strength and Aerobic Bouncing.

While healing cancer I did this 2-3 times per day
My typical routine is to warm up for a couple minutes with the health bounce, 5-10 minutes of strength and aerobic bounce variations, and finish up with another couple minutes of the health bounce. I put on headphones and listened to worship music or healing scriptures while bouncing. This is an amazing way to start the day.

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Let’s be honest about the immune system, most of us really have no idea what it is, or exactly how it works, we’re just glad we have one.

The immune system is incredibly complex because your body has many lines of defense to rid itself of foreign invaders. In this post I’m going to address one critical component of your immune system. That is your lymphatic system.

Here’s a quick anatomy lesson (I’m going to try to keep this really simple)

Your lymphatic system is composed of your tonsils, thymus, bone marrow, spleen, lymphatic fluid, vessels, and lymph nodes.

The thymus and bone marrow produce white blood cells called lymphocytes.

Your blood vessels deliver oxygen and nutrients to your cells.

Your lymph vessels are like blood vessels except they are full of clear lymphatic fluid that carries white blood cells (B cell and T cell lymphocytes) throughout your body so they can attack invaders and infected cells.

Your lymphatic fluid also carries dead cells, metabolic waste, and toxins away from healthy tissue to be eliminated through sweat, mucus, urine, and liver bile which is carried out in your poop.

Lymph nodes are like holding stations that filter the lymph fluid and capture microbes for B and T cells to deal with. They are located in your armpits, groin, neck and around the blood vessels of your chest and abdomen.

(End of anatomy lesson)

Every day we are bombarded with toxins in our environment and in our food which is why detoxification is such a critical process in your body. If the detox process is hindered, toxins will build up in your body eventually causing acidity and toxemia. These are the root causes of nearly all disease.

You have about three times more lymphatic fluid than blood, but here’s the catch, there’s no pump!  Muscle contractions in your body encourage the lymphatic fluid to circulate through a series of one-way valves in your body. So the more you move your body, the more you move your lymphatic fluid.

One of the lesser talked about benefits of exercise is that it moves your lymphatic fluid, which promotes detoxification in your body.

Your skin is the largest detoxification organ and if you exercise vigorously enough to raise your body temperature  you will sweat, expelling toxins out through your skin.

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Aesthetics

Although it may not seem as important to some, the aesthetics of a rebounder is still something to consider. An attractive mat and frame can influence your initial impressions of a rebounder. Whether a model looks cheap or high quality can greatly influence your decision to buy it and can even affect how much you trust bouncing on it. If you see a rebounder that looks cheaply made, you wouldn’t be able to trust that it could withstand your weight and you won’t bounce comfortably. On the other hand, some rebounders focus too much on aesthetics and you may find you’re paying a lot for the sleek design and appearance than you’d like, or necessarily need. Consider all options without automatically vetoing a rebounder that may not be as fancy as you would like. Don’t forget that appearances are only skin deep. You may be surprised by how satisfied you are with it that you forget the minor aesthetic flaw. Then again, don’t choose a rebounder that you completely hate or you may be less eager to make the most out of this great home exercise equipment.

Security

Some people may not feel fully secure when they start using a rebounder. Compared to a large trampoline where you have lots of room to bounce around, a rebounder’s mat offers very limited space for exercising so it can be daunting to people who may feel like they may fall off or land on the edge and cause the rebounder to topple over! Some rebounders come with security bars that offer nervous bouncers something to hold onto when they begin exercising. This can be great if you don’t feel confident, though your confidence will likely grow the more you use your rebounder. Heavy weight rebounders can also offer additional security as they won’t move or tip over and cause accidents.

Warranty

As with buying and product, considering the warranty is important. One thing that you should note is that many rebounders offer separate warranties on the separate parts of the device. The frame, mat and springs all can have different shelf lives and so come with different warranties. This is because the frame will generally last far longer than the other parts that will need replacing at various times in the future. Although this model of warranty is not always implemented it is common for rebounders and something that should be considered. Additionally, some of the more comprehensive and impressive warranties are reflected in the costs of the rebounders so some of the less expensive models are still good contenders even with shorter warranties. Then, there are some rebounders that only offer the standard manufacturers warranty.

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Bouncing has so many great benefits to your overall health and fitness so you may be eager to get buy your own at-home rebounder. But with so many options out there, it can be difficult to know which rebounder is best for you. With so many varieties and choices, you may not even know what to look for in a rebounder. Well, we’re here to help with that. We’ve put together a buying guide to help you in your search and even compiled a list of some of the best rebounders out there.

Before we compare some rebounders out there, let’s take a look at some of the key things to consider before making your choice.

Bounce

A good bounce is one of the most important things to look for when buying a rebounder as it’s what going to get you bouncing to new heights and new fitness levels. Bouncing is fun and enjoyable but not all bounces are the same. A hard bounce, soft bounce, self-adjusting bounce depending on your weight, there are a few different types out there. The bounce rate will depend a lot on your weight and jumping styles and you will need to think about what you want your rebounder for. Do you want to be able to jog on your rebounder? Then, you’ll want a firm mat with a hard bounce. Hard bounces are also great for individuals weighing over 300lbs. The soft bounce is more flexible and is better for those under 300lbs and is best for those wanting to focus on lymphatic drainage.

Build Quality

If you want to have your rebounder for many years, build quality is something you need to think about. Even the most well built rebounder will need replacement parts over time, particularly the springs. The ability to find replacement parts in the future can be a huge advantage and can save you a lot of money when you don’t need to replace the whole thing. The rebounder will have to hold the weight of your continual bouncing up and down so you need to look for one that is sturdy and stabile. Finding a good quality rebounder now can be a great advantage down the line and can be a great health investment that will last you years.

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Essentially, it is as easy as starting to bounce daily. Most sources I’ve seen recommend rebounding for 15 minutes or more a day, though this can be broken in to multiple 3-5 minute groups.

Though rebounding is a gentle activity, it is best to start with feet on the rebounder and only gentle jumps and work up to jumping with feet leaving the rebounder.

Personally, I jump on the rebounder for a few minutes when I wake up, then dry brush my skin (both are good for avoiding cellulite) and then shower. I also jump on the rebounder a few times a day when I remember. I keep it in my bedroom, so I usually remember when I go in my room to fold laundry or change clothes.

There are a lot of different models of rebounders to choose from. The more expensive models are supposed to have better springs to reduce the impact to joints, but any small trampoline will work. Here are a few I’ve personally tried:

• This Needak Rebounder from Tropical Traditions (the one in my room)
• This Jump Sport Rebounder (a little cheaper) – One of my friends’ favorites.
• A Stamina 36 inch Rebounder (cheapest option) – Another friend has one of these and likes it a lot.

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I mentioned many of these above, but here are the benefits of rebounding without all the science and sources:

• Boosts lymphatic drainage and immune function
• Great for skeletal system and increasing bone mass
• Helps improve digestion
• More than twice as effective as running without the extra stress on the ankles and knees
• Increases endurance on a cellular level by stimulating mitochondrial production (these are responsible for cell energy)
• Helps improve balance by stimulating the vestibule in the middle ear
• Helps improve the effects of other exercise- one study found that those who rebounded for 30 seconds between weight lifting sets saw 25% more improvement after 12 weeks than those who did not.
• Rebounding helps circulate oxygen throughout the body to increase energy.
• Rebounding in a whole body exercise that improves muscle tone throughout the body.
• Some sources claim that the unique motion of rebounding can also help support the thyroid and adrenals.
• Rebounding is fun!

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Many types of exercise are done to target specific muscles or just to increase cardiovascular function. Rebounding is unique since it uses the forces of acceleration and deceleration and can work on every cell in the body in a unique way.

When you bounce on a rebounder (mini-trampoline), several actions happen:

• An acceleration action as you bounce upward
• A split-second weightless pause at the top
• A deceleration at an increased G-force
• Impact to the rebounder
• Repeat

The action of rebounding makes use of the increased G-force from gravity based exercises like this and each cell in the body has to respond to the acceleration and deceleration. The up and down motion is beneficial for the lymphatic system since it runs in a vertical direction in the body.

Another study showed that the increased G-force helped increase Lymphocyte activity. The lymph system transports immune cells throughout the body and supports immune function. For this reason, rebounding is often suggested as a detoxifying and immune boosting activity.

Rebounding, since it affects each cell in the body, can also increase cell energy and mitochondrial function.

One of the major benefits of rebounding is its benefit to the skeletal system. Just as astronauts lose bone mass in space as a response to the decreased need for strong bones in a zero gravity environment, weight bearing exercise increases bone mass. Rebounding is especially effective at this since it increases the weight supported by the skeletal system with the increased G-force of jumping.

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Glad you asked. Turns out that there are many benefits to rebounding (including NASA’s research showing that rebounding can be more than twice as effective as treadmill running).

The idea of rebounding has been around for a long time, but it gained popularity in the 1980s when NASA studied its benefits while trying to find an effective way to help astronauts recover and regain bone and muscle mass after being in space. Astronauts can lose as much as 15% of their bone and muscle mass from only 14 days at zero gravity, so NASA needed a way to help reverse this damage.

Some of the findings of the NASA study:

• When the astronauts were tested while running on a treadmill, the G-force measured at the ankle was over twice what it was at the back and head. This means that the foot and leg absorb much of the force when running, which can explain the higher rates of foot, shin and knee problems from running (especially running incorrectly). On a trampoline, the G-force was almost identical at the ankle, back and head and at a lower level than that of the G-force at the ankle on a treadmill. This shows that rebounding can exercise the entire body without excess pressure to the feet and legs.
• “The external work output at equivalent levels of oxygen uptake were significantly greater while trampolining than running. The greatest difference was about 68%.” In other words, the increased G-force in rebounding means you get more benefit with less oxygen used and less exertion on the heart.
•  ” . . averting the deconditioning that occurs during the immobilization of bed rest or space flight, due to a lack of gravireceptor stimulation (in addition to other factors), requires an acceleration profile that can be delivered at a relatively low metabolic cost. . .for equivalent metabolic cost, and acceleration profile from jumping will provide greater stimuli to gravireceptors.” In other words, the acceleration and deceleration of rebounding provides benefits on a cellular level and at a greater rate than other forms of exercise like running.

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