Are jumpers or rebound boots safe?
Stability
Let's start with something that often worries people who have never tried rebound shoes before: are the jumpers stable? Will I fall off if I wear rebound boots? It is actually very difficult to fall off when standing up in them.
The reason is that, contrary to what you might think, the Rebound System (RS) forms a very stable base. First of all, the RS is designed in such a way that it is always wider than the boots to which it is attached. As you know, the Aerower RS is compatible with boots from other brands. And, yes, it is also designed to form a stable base with them. The fact that the RS is wider than the boots, whatever your size, ensures lateral stability. That is, it prevents us from having to hold our balance so as not to fall sideways.
Secondly, (and here the Aerower Jumper1 is unique) there is also the oscillation caused by the fact that the lower arc forms a curved surface. When designing the Aerower Jumper1, its creator, Carlos Peydró, incorporated 4 retractable bumpers into the sole to prevent this oscillation, and this is just one of the more than 10 technologies and systems that are exclusive to the Jumper1!
So when we are standing still, the Jumper1 forms a very stable base. During exercise, the pressure we exert when jumping incorporates the bumpers into the natural curvature of the sole so as not to affect the rebound.
Ankles
Now that we have clarified why jumpers (also called rebound boots) are stable, let's dispel another of the most widespread doubts among people who have not yet tried them. Are jumpers dangerous for the ankles? Do rebound boots hurt in that area?
Certainly the ankles are the first joint we must consider when we talk about any type of boot. In the case of jumpers, and more clearly with the Aerower Jumper1, this issue is completely solved. In fact, ankle protection is the main reason why rebound boots are the way they are (very similar to a skate or even a ski boot): semi-rigid and wide.
Being semi-rigid, the ankle is always held in the right position and it is impossible for it to twist. And because they are wide, the ankle's mobility is ensured, so that it does not get blocked, which would also cause problems.
That is why, when you choose your Jumper1, always keep this advice in mind from Aerower and Jumple Academy: when checking your jumper size, if you are in doubt between two, it is always better to choose the larger one. The triple closure system will ensure the perfect fit for your foot.
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Likewise, every time you put on your Jumper1, to know that you have left the perfect width, you should be able to insert two fingers between your ankle and the boot, as shown in the image below.
The most suitable mobility is ensured for the ankles, but what about comfort? Of course! In fact, the latest improvement launched by Aerower for this type of sports footwear has been in this respect. It is the J1+ liner. The liner is the inner padded bootie, which prevents any kind of chafing on the ankle and ensures total comfort. In the J1+ liner, reinforcements have been added to the most sensitive parts of our feet, ankles and insteps, among other changes designed to make the booties more durable and hygienic. You can learn more about the improvements of the J1+ liner here.
So the conclusion is clear: your ankles will be 100% protected, in a boot in which we feel at the same time the perfect support and the most pleasant comfort.
Falls
Stability assured, ankles well protected, but is it easy to fall with jumpers? Many people dare to try on a pair of jumpers or rebound boots, but feel hesitant when it comes to jumping, bouncing or jogging in them.
The best test is, of course, to put a pair on and experience for yourself that it is practically impossible to fall when wearing jumpers. But beforehand there are a few reasons that can help us feel confident if we have some fear.
The first thing to keep in mind is that with jumpers we don't rise very far off the ground. The height of the RS is approx. 15 cm, which is much lower than, for example, climbing onto a trampoline. Likewise, jumpers are a much more stable base than a trampoline, for the reasons we explained above.
In addition, we must bear in mind that, when jumping with jumpers, although the sensation of momentum is very motivating, we only leave the ground by about 5 cm. Remember that the main benefit of jumpers is impact absorption (up to 80% with the RS properly set up). Taking advantage of their momentum with big jumps is only for people with some practice who are looking above all to have fun and take great photos.
It's just a matter of gaining confidence little by little. When you try them for the first time, walk around a bit in them and then start hopping from one foot to the other. In just a few minutes you will have tested the stability of the Jumper1 and you will be ready for a Jumple class. The motivation of bouncing and the feeling of weightlessness will be unbeatable.
Ensures good technique
By exercising with jumpers, we will have outstanding protection for our joints and we can enjoy the motivation of jumping while achieving multiple benefits. But we can enhance all of this and ensure success with good technique.
Some basic tips are:
Have our Jumper1 perfectly personalised.
Try to always step in the centre of the RS.
Maintain good posture and body alignment.
Warm up and stretch at the beginning and end of each session.
Etc.
The best thing in this case, of course, is to count on the best professionals in the discipline. In this case, these are the instructors trained by Jumple Academy. The reason is very clear: it is the only training institution in the sector that continues to work on research and keeps its training programmes up to date with the latest scientific studies and the most current trends in fitness and sports training.
This is why Jumple training programmes are designed for the progression of each student, from level zero to professional levels. In fact, in the same Jumple class, you can work on several levels at the same time, each one with a training plan adapted to their level.
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Precautions
Finally, like any other type of physical activity, there may be some precautions or adaptations that we should make for our specific case. For example, if you usually have insoles to correct pronation or supination, you should also include them inside your Jumper1. It is important to maintain the correct distribution of forces in all our jumps with jumpers.
Likewise, all Jumple professionals are aware of the relative and absolute contraindications for exercise with jumpers and each type of activity. Absolute contraindications are those that unfortunately do not allow us from exercising with jumpers, although they are very few: cranio-vertebral instability, retinal detachment, pregnancy or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Relative contraindications are those that may pose a risk to exercise with jumpers. For example, some kind of disability. For these cases, it is sometimes necessary to make some adaptations so that the person can participate safely, or even work together with the health professional in charge of the case. This is why Jumple professionals have documents such as the "PAR-Q Jumple" or the "Medical Consent Jumple". The "PAR-Q" is a questionnaire to detect any contraindications and the "Medical Consent" contains the necessary information so that any physician can know what the activity consists of and give his or her recommendations.
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