What Are Trampolines?

What Are Trampolines?

What Are Trampolines?

Contrary to popular belief, the trampoline was not invented by a man named du Trampoline. Rather, the name comes from the Spanish word for diving board: trampolin. Modern trampolines were in fact invented in 1936 by two men, Larry Griswold and George Nissen, who had worked with the circus; they saw promise in the exuberant antics displayed by trapeze artists who had fallen to bounce around on their safety nets. It wasn't long before Nissen and Griswold had a working prototype, and in 1943 the two men went into business together and began making the trampoline aas polpular as it is today.

Trampolines have endured over the years with the same basic structure. They are assembled by taking a piece of strong, woven fabric, stretching it tight over a metal frame, and fastening the fabric to many springs - these provide bounce and are where the trampoline's rebounding motion comes from. Most trampolines come in circular or rectangular shapes, although custom shapes are available in all sizes and for the right price.

Trampolines used in competitive sports, such as in the Olympic Games, are usually around 98 square feet and can provide enough propulsion to send a person flying more than 10 meters into the air. Similarly styled models can also be purchased for home use, although recreational models tend to have more give and therefore provide less air to the user for safety reasons - although it's never a bad idea to attach a (factory-made) enclosure, to surround the edges of the trampoline and help prevent jumpers from slipping off and falling straight to the ground.

There is also a smaller variety of trampoline available; these are generally referred to as mini-trampolines, or sometimes "trampettes." These are only about 3 feet in diameter, and are the types typically purchased for indoor, recreational use; they are a convenient way to get a quick workout in without having to leave your living room or turn off the television. Since they're only about a foot off the ground, a mini-trampoline is small enough to store under a bed or in a closet when not in use, while still being kept easily available.

A trampoline can also be easy to repair. The most common malfunction, a rip in the fabric, can be treated with a simple, judicious application of duck tape. Spare parts are also easy to acquire, and a full-fledged do-it-yourself trampoline repair kit generally runs about $18.00. It's important to make sure that your trampoline remains equipped with sound, non-rusted springs, a sturdy frame and strong fabric, and shock-absorbing pads.

A trampoline can be a fun alternative or supplement to a more conventional exercise routine, but it's essential to follow a few safety tips when using one: wear shoes with traction, keep clear of any overhangs or obstacles, and never, ever allow more than one person at a time on the device.

Still, trampolines can provide a safe way for anyone to play or get a low-impact workout.

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