Trampolines

Summer Trampolines – Whats Happening With The Weather?

June 10th, 2010

With the British weather not knowing if it’s going to be a sunny day, rain, a bit of both or just be downright depressing it can make parents a bit hesitant into purchasing a new trampoline for the garden. We do need to stress that a trampoline is not just for the summer, but all year round as we do still have quite a lot of weather throughout the year which does not include rain or snow.

Trampolines though within the summer months are absolutely superb, providing fun and laughter as well as a great fitness workout for both children and adults alike. Come the winter months, a trampoline may not be able to be used fully but when it can be used, can be a great benefit due to children sitting indoors throughout the winter months which does not do any good for their weight, metabolism or just their general mood.

So don’t hesitate in buying a new trampoline for the kids as there will be many more summer days within the UK, even if it does not feel like it at the moment. For example, the global warming scientists insist we have seems to have the months out of sync. December in general now at Christmas is warming, firework night is warmer but come a month or so later, the cold weather sets in after Christmas. So summer is coming, its nearly here fully so get researching for that perfect trampoline at www.Madfun.co.uk

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Rebounding – Great Exercise For Women

May 15th, 2010

It has been found that using a trampoline can be as effective as running for fitness, toning up and weightloss without putting the same strain on the body as running does. The main factor with running is the pressure put on the knees even with expensive dedicated running shoes with the knees overtime coming into some serious use. With a trampoline, the bounce mat takes the strain away from the knees to a large degree with the whole body still receiving an excellent workout.

There are many fitness instructors al over the world who swear by the trampoline, even if it’s a beginners one such as a mini jogger which are small trampolines you can use indoors for personal training. This indoor exercise is known as rebounding and can do wonders for legs and bum as an all over fitness workout .

In many countries, rebounding has begun to be very popular in fitness classes with it being said that women from the age of 20 to 80 can benefit from this form of exercise a great deal with it being highly addictive.

Overtime, the workout can produce an all over fitness away from the legs, giving the abs and overall stomach a workout. People taking up rebounding can easily find their aerobic ability increases in a short period of time. In the United Kingdom, the National Health Service has found that taking up moderate intensity exercise which has a low impact such as rebounding can dramatically reduce the risk of heart problems in a very similar way to running and jogging.

Adding to this pregnant women as well as women with joint issues and arthritis as well as overweight people can all benefit from rebounding 2-3 times a week for 30-40 minutes a time. Easily done even in your own home with a personal trainer or to a music cd although it is recommended that you take up rebounding with an instructor first before you become proficient in balancing on anykind of mini round indoor trampolines.

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The Jumpking OvalPOD 10ft x 7ft Oval Trampoline

May 13th, 2010

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If you are looking for a Jumpking OvalPOD then have a look at the NEW 10ft x 7ft OvalPOD available at our sister site at Madfun.co.uk

Most trampoline retailers have just two varieties of the very popular Oval Trampoline but Madfun have three which will soon be increasing to four! Please visit back in the next few days to see the latest in the range of Oval Trampolines available within the UK.

As for the current version of the brilliant OvalPOD, the size in this design as mentioned is 10ft x 7ft so fantastic for smaller gardens or just smaller children who do not need a huge trampoline for fun and laughter.

As with all the other OvalPODs this trampoline comes with its included safety enclosure which makes it near impossible for children to fall onto the ground and injure themselves. It is still advised parents take other precautions and to keep an eye on children using a trampoline but in general, a safety enclosure from Jumpking is a must.

As well as the oval trampoline itself, there are a great range of accessories available which can be ordered at the same time as the trampoline itself. These include a cover to protect the trampoline from the weather, animals and just general wear and tear of the outdoors when not in use. Other accessories include a ladder to help climb on and off the trampoline, speakers to listen to music as well as a tie down kit which prevents the trampoline being caught by gusts of wind.

For a limited period, there is a significant price off of the accessories when ordered with a 10ft Jumpking OvalPOD. Adding to this that Madfun are the only retailer of this superb 10ft round trampoline, this is one great deal not to be missed in 2010.

The fun factor is amazing, along with its bright yellow colour which brings it to life even more in the summer sun. The Oval shape started a few years ago and the idea of Jumpking, meaning families could fit a trampoline in their garden where a standard large round trampoline would have problems due to its width.

Now the Oval shape can fit into oblong or different shaped gardens with space around the edge for children to access without being pushed up against bushes or fenses. The quality of the Oval Trampoline is second to none with the same high quality as found in all of the Jumpking Trampolines in the UK. Safety is paramount with the Jumpking Safety Enclosure but also the additional ladder as the height of a trampoline can be a little high for some youngsters.

Whichever trampoline you purchase for the children this year, do have a look at this superb yellow 10ft OvalPOD. You will not be disappointed.

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7.5ft JumpPOD Trampolines From Madfun.co.uk

May 12th, 2010

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Trampolines.co.uk and Madfun.co.uk are proud to pronounce the EXCLUSIVE!! Jumpking JumpPOD 7.5ft Round Trampolines available now for Summer 2010.

The price at the time of writing is £169.95 which has a huge saving of 31% saving!. There is also a limited offer of a reduction in price for the accessories you order with your JumpPOD trampoline. Simply visit the JumpPOD’s page and select the accessories from the dropdown boxes.

You may or maynot of heard of Jumpking but their JumpPOD trampolines outsell any other make of trampoline every year. Jumpking in themselves price themselves with the highest degree of quality and safety in every trampoline so excellent peace of mind for parents in not just the UK, but many other countries.

Being easy to assemble is a very good selling point with the included safety net sitting securely in the slots provided. So simple, so effective and great for keeping the children safe while bouncing to their hearts content.

Here are some of the specifications of this superb 7.5ft JumpPOD

Complete with a safety enclosure

Free Next Day Delivery

Diameter: 7.5′ / 2.29m

Frame: High strength (38mm dia) galvanized steel; 6-piece top rail with 3 “W” shaped legs.

Joint system: Tri-layer socket

Height – 26 inches

Weight Limit – 13 stone or 80kg

Conforms to the ASTM and TUV standards

Warranty –

Frame – 10 Years

Bed and Springs – 5 years

Padding and Safety Net – 1 year

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Place your Trampoline on grass if you can

May 7th, 2010

Round Trampolines are one of those toys that are absolutly incredible fun with children finding new muscles they did not know they had so can easily ache a few days after using a trampoline for the first time. When jumping on a trampoline, it is always best to have a safety net attached which can be purchased seperatly or with your trampoline depending on the manufactuer.

When placing your trampoline in the garden, it is best to place it on grass so that if a child was to unlikely fall of the trampoline then grass and earth can be softer to land on than concreate. Even though during the summer months, the grass and ground itself can be very dry, this is still significantly softer than concrete and minimise any possibly injuries.

Saying that, if you have the safety enclosure then this investment can pay dividens for not just this summer but for years to come to as your children grow in size and age.

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Summer is here at Madfun

April 22nd, 2010

The amount of people looking for trampolines online has gone up dramatically already and its not even May yet. Trampolines are one of the most popular toys in not just the UK but countries all around the world for both kids and adults alike. The range of Jumpking trampolines always seem to be the most sought after with the Oval Trampoline from this company being unique and a well established brand in the United Kingdom.

Oval Trampolines come in two sizes and only from Jumpking so if you want to learn more, visit www.Madfun.co.uk for more information. They come with the same high standards as normal Jumpking trampolines but with a Oval shape which goes very well in gardens that to not have a normal everyday shape.

Have a great amount of fun this summer out in the garden but do be aware it can be easy to fall off a trampoline so make sure any trampoline you buy, be it an Oval, Round or Rectangular Trampoline that safety is a top concern. On the fun side, there are all sorts of fitness aspects to one of these great outdoor toys so make sure mum and dad have a bounce to and not just the kids.

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Trampoline Package Deals

March 2nd, 2010

Trampoline Package DealsThere are many package deals available at Madfun.co.uk for families who wish to look into buying a trampoline but do not know what aspects to consider. The package deals are ideal as they are cost effective, has the right bundles and parts, all with superb customer service. For example, at the time of writing the Skyhigh 8ft Trampoline comes with a safety enclosure which helps prevent children falling to the ground as well as the option to buy additional extras but at great savings.

These include the Tie Down Kit which stop s a trampoline from being blown around in the wind, a trampoline speaker to play their favourite songs but also a protective cover and ladder to get on and off the trampoline. The protective cover is an important part of any trampoline bundle as the cover will stop many animals walking across the jumppad when not in you. It will also protect from the wind, snow and rain and all the twigs, leaves and insects which may cause tears in the mat. For performance wise, the best trampolines have been chosen for the package deals so you can be rest assured you are buying a quality trampoline for your garden.

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Trampolines For Gymnastics

February 28th, 2010

Many parents do not realise the benefits of the trampoline or taking the activity up as a sport but to do so can lead to an increase in strength, coordination, agility and confidence. Being able to take a trampoline class from an early age can provide the extra health benefits other children may not be getting. Even star jumps on a trampoline can increase the overall fitness of a Childs body, let alone being great fun to achieve.

Another move which is popular is the seat drop which means they land in the sitting position with their legs out in front of them, bounce back up into the standing position. When bouncing, to stay in control it helps to keep tummy muscles tight.

The thrill of bouncing on trampolines is something children do not get tired of. The emotion and thrill as well as excitement can give children the energy to bounce for hours. The flow of blood around the body providing even the lumpth nodes with a fresh supply of oxygen, which can help the body’s immune system.

Whatever your child’s use of a trampoline, be it fun of gymnastics they are very much worth the investment into your child’s health.

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The Rectangular Trampoline

February 26th, 2010

We all remember being at school and the odd class where we used a rectangular trampoline whereas we mainly expect a round trampoline in the back garden. For schools the rectangular trampoline is more common as many youngsters take up gymnastics throughout their school life with some going on further when they leave. Gymnastics as a sport uses a rectangular trampoline and you see this on the tv with many skilful trampolinists completing some fantastic acrobatics.

The rectangular trampoline is a very strong piece of equipment, being able to take the pressure of someone jumping up and down from a great height. The springs are immensely strong with the trampoline pad lasting many years before it needs to be replaced.

An example of a popular trampoline is the TrampolinesGB z17 11ft Rectangular Trampoline available at Madfun throughout 2010.

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Mini Joggers

February 25th, 2010

One of the smallest mini trampolines you can find either online at stores such as Madfun or in the highstreet is the mini jogger. These are intended for indoor use but could be used outdoors if that’s what you want to use it for. The main use in the UK is for children but are extremely popular for exercise.

Personal Trainers who visit people in their homes are often a range of people who invest in a mini trampoline as they can easily be stored in the car, stand in a front room and be able to bounce on them without hitting your head on the ceiling.

When bouncing, these do not let you bounce that high and you will find are great for toning the legs. The calf muscles will find an intense workout, especially as keeping your balance can be a little tricky at first.

Aside from the fitness side, kids love them. Aimed at any age but can be used as a starter trampoline, the mini trampoline can easily be stored away in the garage or shed when not in use. Some makes have removable legs which makes them even easier torture which could be the bedroom wardrobe.

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