[afoley75]

I am looking for a good way to get in some cardio, but have had trouble due to my foot pain. My trainer has recommended walking/running on a trampoline. Can anybody advise if you've done this and how it affects pain in your feet?

Thanks!

~Alison

[MelodyL]

One of the most dangerous tools ever developed.

Alan and I bought one of those mini trampolines and as we were putting it together, the whole thing folded back on us, we went flying, I fell on my knee. I yelled at him "You are bringing this back tomorrow".

Now if anybody else has SUCCESS stories on sturdy, well built ones, (with rails to hold on to), well that's another story.

I always wanted to bounce to and fro on one of those.

Too bad we live over 80 year people. When Alan brought it home, I said "are you out of your mind?" . Then we tried to assemble it.

Then I killed him.

lol
Melody

[afoley75]

Thanks for the input, though I'm sorry you had such trouble. As I'm not the world's most coordinated person it makes me even more nervous than I was. My trainer mentioned getting one with a handle, so I guess that's a good thing, but I'll wait and see if there are any positive reviews before I give him the thumbs up.

[MelodyL]

The one that Alan brought home (in a great big box) was on sale for $5.00

That's right $5.00 for a big, new, never before used mini trampoline (with a study rail that would be connected to it (that is if the darn thing didn't fold back and nearly killed the both of us. He bought it at Modells. I will always wonder how many people bought that thing home, and brought it back.

Maybe you can go to one of the local exercise stores (that sell these things) and hop on one (make sure it has the holding rail) and try it out.

At least you'll know if you can balance. Might even be fun.

But be careful okay??

Melody

[mrsD]

are dangerous IMO. One form of exercise that works for me is the elliptical.
No difficulty for impact.

Water exercise also is good.

But trampolines cause alot of injuries...so consider that factor.
example:
http://www.spineuniverse.com/display...rticle843.html

Someone in good shape with good balance may be able to handle one.
But someone with medical issues? NOPE...

Beware of trainer advice...some trainers are ...well... I won't say it.

[shiney sue]

Is so right when you have feet issues they can twist and injuries,
are likely to put you in hospital, than in rehab. I would say no,even
though they were fun when i was 13 in gym class on one of those
huge one's with spotters. But even then you were warned you could
break your neck. So think about it we were graded on break your neck
or fail the class. No i wouldn't do it,and like Mel trying to put it together
would knock me on my but. Thanks Mrs. D Sue

[dahlek]

those little trampolines can be helpful.....With PN I would consider one ONLY if it has the sort of 'handle' and only after proper training with a PT. I've used one under supervision, but the balance issues for getting on and off were IFFY! For those who are fit...[I remember waay back then] they can be useful. I prefer a pair of balance discs myself, they take up less room and can give your legs, feet and ankles a workout -provided you have something to hold onto! - j

PS The balance discs are a bit more low-impact than what I think you're looking for. Water exercise classes mite be an option...when they make you 'dash' water-walking from one end of a pool to another...well, you DO know your cardio is WORKING!?

[afoley75]

Thank you all for your input. I think I'm going to avoid the trampoline...I was already a bit nervous about it and after reading your thoughts I think I better try something else. I'm not in great shape and my balance these days isn't so hot, so...

Thanks again!

~Alison

[shiney sue]

dalek,i forgot about the balance issues i can't get up let alone down
from a scale. In rehab they weigh you in your wheelchair. And most
hospitals there are scales in the beds. Also i wonder if i might drown
running across a pool without my walker. Well there is always a way.
My son who does PT. does not think to much of Trainer's either.
When he was a trainer for MN. Vikings Football Team he though
there was damage done,by trainers who where burned out. And
When he managed 2 gyms he always had to get after them to do
heath paper work. I think i perfer Rehab if you insurace paids for it.
They then can reccomend a program for the gym. I hope we didn't
scare her away........................ Sue

[MelodyL]

What the heck is a BALANCE DISC and where can I get one???

Melody