Workouts are renowned as rigorous and painful experiences that no one wants to do. Not only are they time consuming, but they are expensive and often times take up a lot of space if you try to have a home gym. Ultimately, there is no real way to have fun while building muscle - besides one. A trampoline is a great way to improve your fitness while having a blast.

A rebounder is a mini-trampoline designed to give you a great workout at home or on the road. Some styles, called folding rebounders, fold in half to make them more portable. There is no complicated set-up, no heavy weight stacks, no cords or even electricity are required. The activity is easy on the joints because as you jump, your feet never touch the ground. Your body weight is lifted gently back up into the air for a zero-gravity experience.

You may think jumping is less effective that actually going walking. However, you are incorrect. If you jump for an hour you will burn over ten more calories than walking at three miles per hour and also relieve all of the tension that builds up around the joins from walking on hard surfaces. No more freezing cold runs or muggy day jogs, instead just set up your rebounder in front of your favorite television show or a rebounder DVD and get to working out.

Rebounding gets your heart pounding the same way other aerobic exercise does, by getting your body moving, but it strengthens your muscles and improves your balance at the same time because your body is also working to keep itself upright while you are "up in the air" in a weightless state. This tones core muscles in the back and abdomen, no sit ups and crunches needed. Dumbbells and free weights can be added to your routine for an added challenge as fitness improves. And it's just plain fun!

The least expensive rebounders, or mini-trampolines, are priced around $30 at department stores, but higher-end folding models made with superior materials and provided with accessories like workout DVDs, carrying cases and grab bars that stabilize users are available for about $250. When trampoline buying these features should be considered. There is a rebounder for every budget.

If your age or current shape has you doubting a rebounder, be assured there is a workout and rebounder for you. Not only does it provide less stress on joints for the older individuals but it provides great exercise for children as they can focus their endless energy on bouncing. Rebounding leads to a stronger heart and immune system along with a better looking body and improved circulation - something that all ages can benefit from.

Those who workout on trampolines feel better about themselves for numerous reasons. Mainly because they start to get back their youth; they feel better, look better, and have a more defined and positive attitude towards daily activities. Just by spending a small amount of time on a trampoline from the comfort of their homes, they get to have fun and feel great about themselves.

So jump on board the latest fitness craze that is built on solid, simple exercise principles, and jump on a mini-trampoline. Your heart, muscles, brain, joints (and maybe even your spouse) will thank you. But best of all, you'll thank yourself for the way you feel.