Right, so you have just unpacked the Powerisers you've been dying to get your hands on all week. Seeing them in real life you're probably wondering what you've gotten yourself into.

Lets get started.

Walking - Before you strap them on, I suggest you find a seat, step or generally something higher that will be easy to stand up from. Powerisers are very easy to walk in, but it can be a shock at first as it is a little bit different. I think its best to have someone to walk alongside you at first, It could save you your first fall. Make sure your strapped in comfortably and take the first step. If you don't feel comfortable, use your friend for stability. If you have no friends, a wall would do fine.Take a walk around by yourself once you feel comfortable, its going to feel different but you will get used to it very quickly. Learn to balance on the spot.

Running - Once you are comfortable with walking, try putting some speed into it, don't be afraid to sink your weight into the steps. Eventually you will find yourself hopping off each step rather than running. I loved learning to run in Powerisers, you can really get a lot of distance off each hop if you allow yourself to 'sink' into the steps. Careful not to bend you leg at the knee too much, otherwise you will end up with some Poweriser 'badges' on the backs of your thighs. Like everything, patience and practice are required. Relax your legs and let the springs do the work.

Working the Springs - You should notice your springs beginning to soften as you use them more, they are quite stiff in the beginning. They will become more comfortable as they soften.

Jumping - Right, so basically there are two ways to jump. On one foot, and on two feet. Jumping with one leg at a time is pretty much like running. The main difference is, that instead of aiming your momentum and power forwards, you aim it upwards. Now, stand in one place and alternate jumping with your left and right legs. ‘Step off’ as hard as you can when the Poweriser is at the lowest point and then let it bounce you back up, at which point you change legs in time to land on the other leg. This is no different than hopping from one foot to another, but the time it takes to do it is slightly longer because you are springing up and down in greater distances. Be mindful of how far you bend your knee or you will develop Poweriser 'badges'. Jumping on two feet is a little harder to grasp at first because of the increased resistance, it can put you off balance at first, but once you grasp this, that extra resistance becomes extra assistance. You will soon find yourself being propelled upwards just like a trampoline.

Running into a Jump - This is a very important technique as it really develops your height and distance. Start off in a moderate run, putting extra effort into a particular stride, go for maximum height and distance off one foot. Whilst in flight, prepare yourself to land onto both feet. You will be launch upward like never before. This technique will allow you to get maximum height and distance utilizing both springs. You will learn how to manipulate the forward momentum into upwards force using this technique.

If you would like further help or would like to ask a question, hit the forums.

If you think there is something missing here, please let me know.

- [DL]