Trampolines
are big in the UK - As well as being fun, they are great exercise
for adults to burn off a few calories and keep trim. A large adult
on a children's' size trampolines doesn't work but what is an Adult
Size Trampoline?
We have seen budget trampolines advertised for as little as £150,
it comprises a 12ft surface with a 12 gauge steel frame and the
manufacturers of the bargain trampoline guarantee it for 5 years
and claim it will take a hefty 16 stone adult.
Trampolines are like magnets, they attract. Apart from serious exercise,
when do you see one person on a trampoline for any length of time?
Look for a trampoline suitable for at least two adults and at least
it will be that bit safer.
Generally
trampolines come in sizes from 8 feet to 16 feet, in 2 feet increments,
8', 10', 12', 14', 16'. Not forgetting the mini trampolines of
course and I wouldn't dream of letting a 16 stone adult on mine!
Before you
go for the cheap and cheerful trampoline, consider who will be
bouncing on it? As much as you think the trampoline is for the
adults, children will use them too and probably more often than
you thought. If adults are going to use it regularly, go for the
12 ft, heavier adults and children ought to consider the 14ft
on the basis that the bigger trampolines accept more jumping weight.
Not all gardens and backyards will be suitable for an adult size
trampoline, and it's worth looking at the safety aspects whilst
you shop around for an adult trampoline supplier. The fashion
for trampolining could lead to accidents, but that does not mean
trampolines are dangerous. Let's look at what causes knocks and
bumps whilst bouncing on trampoline.
Trampoline Health & Safety
We all know that when we land on the surface of a trampoline we
will leave a conical impression, if another person on the trampoline
is lighter and within the incline, they could be forced towards
the heavier jumper... great fun for singles party but there are
other points to look at. Two people on a trampoline could lead
to accidents. Approximately 75% of injuries occur when more than
one person is on the trampoline.
Trampolines
are for fun and they develop excitement, which in turn leads to
over-excitement if we are not cautious. Nobody wants to be a spoilsport
but laying down some ground rules is essential.
Don't be
sued for a trampoline accident
Just because
your adult trampoline can take a sixteen stone person, imagine
if the bulk of a person who was a little tipsy bounced off the
trampoline and landed on a small child or even some sharp edged
garden furniture, a shed or conservatory window, sharp tree branch
or garden tool. Clear at least three feet all around, the more
clear area, the safer it will be.
Alcohol and drugs is a big NO, don't entertain it because in a
world of 'No Win, No Fee' lawsuits someone's lawyer could be pursuing
you. Another threat is two people banging in to each other. One
person on a trampoline is the safest but try keeping another adult
off.
The safest
part on a trampoline is the centre, stay in the middle and keep
bouncing low and under control. Consistently landing in the centre
of the trampoline. Avoid bouncing for long periods of time and
do not bounce when you are tired, Do not attempt back flips (back
somersaults), multiple somersaults or twisting somersaults on
your trampoline.
Have fun and enjoy choosing your new adult trampoline.
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