Kangaroo Jumps: exercise fun!

On my whirlwind trip to the NZ Fitness Expo, I got to witness the absolute bounce-fest that is Kangaroo Jumps. If you haven’t seen these things, picture rollerblades or ice skates—but instead of wheels or blades, you get a giant, spring-loaded bounce mechanism strapped to your feet. Yep, it’s as wild as it sounds.

During the expo, people were jumping, bouncing, and quite literally hopping their energy levels away in group classes. And my verdict? It looks ridiculously fun. Definitely a great way to channel your inner kid! Probably not ideal if you struggle with high-impact activities (like running), but let’s get a little nerdy for a second.

The bouncing motion creates a unique ‘weightlessness’ effect that releases more endorphins than your standard workout. These endorphins—aka your body’s natural feel-good chemicals—are even stronger than morphine, leaving you with a mood boost and that post-workout high. And that’s not all. You also get a hit of serotonin (hello, better sleep and happier vibes) and a rush of adrenaline, which fires up your nervous system and makes you feel alive—kind of like the thrill of a rollercoaster, but with added cardio benefits.

And let’s not forget the unsung hero of bouncing: your lymphatic system. Unlike your circulatory system, which has the heart to keep things moving, your lymphatic system relies on movement to flush out waste and toxins. The up-and-down motion from bouncing is one of the best ways to stimulate drainage, which helps reduce bloating, support your immune system, and keep you feeling fresh. So essentially, you’re getting a killer workout and a mini detox at the same time.

Bottom line? Besides giving you an excuse to jump around like a kangaroo, this trend actually has some solid benefits. I think I might just have to give it a go!

Do check my other post on fun and effective exercises and reach out to chat!