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BUNGEE JUMPING
Duration: 5’
Are you a big fan of extreme sports? If yes, bungee jumping is definitely a sport for you!
Bungee or Bungy Jumping is one of the most popular extreme sports, which has attracted millions of
people all over the world. If you are under pressure or are looking for some interesting activity to
challenge yourself, why don’t you try it? Don’t get nervous, you will be fine!
Bungee jumping is an activity that involves a person jumping from a great height such as a building, a
crane, a bridge or a cliff, with a long elastic rope tied to your legs, so that the rope pulls you back before
you hit the ground. It is also possible to jump from movable objects like a hot-air balloon or a helicopter.
And what is thrilling here comes from the free-falling and the rebound.
And if you really want to experience it, here are some TIPS to keep you alive.
1. First and foremost, it is vital to have a medical check-up before taking part in this risky sport. If
you have bad medical conditions, you will never be allowed to jump. For example, the following
health problems should be taken into consideration: leg injuries, bone breaks, heart disease,
high-blood pressure or asthma.
2. Secondly, it is required to choose the location carefully. Imagine that you choose the wrong
operator, bungee jumping can be fatal. So, what you can do is to research a reputable company,
which provides with safety practices and instructors’ qualifications.
3. Importantly, you must wear comfortable clothes and remove loose items, including glasses,
jewelries, or contact lenses. And for someone who has long hair, it is compulsory to tie up your
hair to reduce the risk of getting caught in the cord.
4. Finally, don’t overeat beforehand! Believe me, you don’t want to vomit at the first bounce.
Well, about bungee jumping TECHNIQUES; actually, there’s no best way to bungee jump. It depends on
what type of experience you want. Here are 3 common techniques:
1. Swallow Dive
2. Back Dive
3. Bat Drop
Which one do you prefer?
Please let me know if you find it really helpful. Thanks for listening, goodbye!
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