I swapped running on a treadmill for Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes and rediscovered my love for cardio, and here’s why.
If my relationship with cardio was a Facebook status it would most definitely be, ‘It’s complicated.’
Sometimes I get the running bug, but more often than not I see it as a monotonous chore that I have to tick off at some point during the week.
In fact, unless I’m chasing a ball around a football pitch I’m basically not interested. For that reason, it’s no surprise that my least favourite bit of kit in the gym is the treadmill.
Whenever I hop on one I look around and see all the people who have spent almost an hour running in a straight line and think, ‘How do they do it?’
Even if I’ve got my most aggressive playlist on I still can’t hype myself up for it. So, when I first heard about the Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes my interest was immediately piqued.
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the concept, Rebound Shoes have a spring-loaded mechanism on the sole which propel you while running and jumping.
Yalla Jump is the only official distributor of original Rebound Shoes products and fitness programs in the UAE. The brand runs group classes and personal sessions that take people’s workouts to new heights – quite literally.
Today, if you’ll spare me the time, I’d like to share with you how they revolutionised my cardio sessions and put a spring back in my step.
Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes
While some people may view Rebound Shoes as a gimmick, or just a new fitness fad, they actually provide some really great benefits that can help you avoid injury and achieve amazing results.
As I previously eluded to, I’ve played football (or soccer for those across the pond) pretty much all my life. Since I first learnt to walk I’ve had a ball at my feet.
All those years of playing have taken a toll on my knees, and when I run on a treadmill the impact has a pretty harsh effect on my joints.
Using Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes significantly lowers that stress, allowing me to train pain-free and for longer.
What’s more, treadmills primarily focus on cardiovascular exercise and lower-body endurance. Rebounding engages multiple muscle groups throughout the body, simultaneously working the legs, core, back, and arms.
It can help improve strength, tone muscles, and enhance overall body coordination. Plus, the high-intensity nature of bouncing on Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes squashes calories and is a super-effective method for promoting fat loss.
There is, of course, another massive benefit that I haven’t yet discussed. Fun.
Too often exercise is viewed as a form of self-punishment. A necessary evil if you will. Maybe you’ve had a heavy weekend, and now feel obligated to hit the gym to even it out.
But training should be enjoyable. After all, if you’re looking forward to working out then the chances are you’re going to give it your all.
Yalla Jump Rebound Shoes, and the Yalla Jump classes, are like no other form of training. If you’re someone who’s bored of your current split, they’re guaranteed to introduce some enjoyment back into your routine.
If you want to get your hands on a pair then head to the Yalla Jump website. If you’re in the UAE and want to try out some of the classes then you can find the schedule below:
Class Times and Locations
Dubai
Chase Fitness – Al Quoz 1 – Jump with Klara
- Tuesdays at 5.30pm
Pure Play DXB – Jebel Ali – Jump with Niki
- Wednesdays at 5.30pm
Pure Play DXB – Jump with Anel
- Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm
Padel ART – Al Quoz – coming soon
- Pharao’s Cub Wafi- Wafi City – Jump with Dia – coming soon
