13/10/2019
bet you didn't think trampolining could train your brain but it can.....
1. Increases risk assessment abilities
Activities that involve some risk contribute substantially to the ability of the brain to manage emotions and assess risk.” The brain’s ability to assess risk and manage emotion are key factors that shape people’s behaviours and decision making. Trampoline jumping and unstructured play, can help children understand their physical limits.
2. Improves concentration
Trampoline jumping requires the jumper to manage multiple tasks simultaneously: balancing, bouncing, maintaining an upright position and anticipating the next move. This mental multi-tasking is a fun and effective way to practice the skill of concentration. Concentration can help kids achieve improved attention spans and can lead to increased information retention. Moreover, the ability to concentrate is vital to problem solving and working efficiently.
3. Contributes to spatial awareness
Spatial awareness involves understanding oneself in a space, and in relation to objects. It involves knowing concepts like placement, speed and distance. Spatial awareness is important because it shapes our overall perception. A recent study showed that spatial play, such as trampolines can encourage the development of cognitive skills in young children.
4. Preserves brain health
Trampoline jumping is a great way to give your body’s most vital organs – the heart and the brain – an effective workout. Trampoline jumping circulates blood black to the heart, sending a fresh supply of oxygen-rich blood to the brain. This improves brain health by controlling inflammation and expanding the size of the memory centre. Good brain health is essential for overall functioning and cognitive performance. It is particularly important when it comes to maintaining alertness and minimizing stress..
