NASA’s Top Exercise for Health: Why Rebounding Outshines Running
When people hear “NASA,” they often think of outer space and its groundbreaking discoveries: confirming the existence of black holes, finding thousands of planets outside our solar system, and even detecting water flows on Mars.
Yet, long periods in space cause astronauts to lose bone density and muscle mass due to the lack of gravity. To address this, NASA began researching ways to keep astronauts healthy as far back as 1980, conducting a government-funded study to compare the effects of rebounding and running.
What they found was surprising: 10 minutes of rebounding provides the same cardiovascular benefits as 30 minutes of running, with less strain on the body.
Running vs. Rebounding: NASA Study on Joint Impact
Six Science-Backed Benefits of Rebounding
1. Time Efficiency: NASA discovered that just 10 minutes of rebounding equals a 30-minute run in cardiovascular benefits, making it ideal for those with busy schedules who want to maximize efficiency.
2. High Impact, Low Strain: Rebounding provides a high-impact workout effect with minimal strain on joints as the force spreads across the body, protecting knees, ankles, and spine.
3. Better Biological Responses: Rebounding doesn’t just go easy on the joints; it creates stronger biological responses than running. NASA found that rebounding challenges the body as much as running, building stamina and endurance over time.
4. Unique Gravitational Stimulus: Each bounce creates a unique gravitational “pull,” strengthening muscles and bones without stressing specific joints—a true full-body workout.
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5. Lower Metabolic Cost: Rebounding achieves impressive cardiovascular and muscular benefits with a lower metabolic cost, meaning more efficiency and less fatigue.
6. Improved Mental and Physical Recovery: With less strain, rebounding supports quick recovery, making it suitable for daily workouts without risking burnout or injury. Plus, the rhythmic motion boosts balance, coordination, and mood.
Low strain, high recovery—rebounding is as good for the mind as it is for the body.
Why Aren’t More People Talking About NASA’s Rebounding Research?
Despite NASA’s groundbreaking findings, this research still isn’t widely accepted. I believe there are two key reasons:
1. Media Framing: For over a decade, I’ve advocated for rebounding’s benefits on major media outlets like Good Morning America and VOGUE. However, these segments often portray rebounding as a quirky or “wacky” workout, focusing more on entertainment than on its science-backed health benefits. TIME Magazine, for instance, included my TrampoLEAN® method in its “Wacky Ways to Work Out,” overshadowing NASA’s serious, unbiased research.
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2. The “No Pain, No Gain” Mindset: Many still believe a workout isn’t effective unless it’s intense or leaves them sore—a belief heavily reinforced by the media. Rebounding challenges this outdated idea by offering powerful, low-impact results that protect joints, proving that enjoyable workouts can be equally effective. Breaking free from this “no pain, no gain” myth allows us to embrace safe and efficient workouts.
In today’s world, it’s essential to value non-biased research like NASA’s. Studies of this caliber, free from commercial influence, are rare and offer a trustworthy perspective that challenges common fitness myths
Why You Should Start Rebounding Today
NASA’s research proves that rebounding can save time, protect joints, and build endurance—all in one workout. Whether you’re new to fitness or simply seeking variety, rebounding delivers full-body benefits, from joint protection to faster recovery, while being genuinely enjoyable. Why not give it a try? Join a class and experience these unique benefits for yourself!
Why not give rebounding a try? Join a class and experience the benefits for yourself!