Bungee Jumping

Run and jump… bounce, bounce, bounce.

Bungee jumping is normally performed on very tall, vertical or horizontal objects, such as mountains, bridges and buildings.
Bungee jumping is also sometimes spelt ‘bungy’ jumping.
The term ‘bungee’ from bungee jumping, comes from a dialect of English, which means ‘anything thick and squat’, although the term is most likely a reference to the type of cord used.
Bungee jumps are usually made from objects that don’t move but sometimes jumps are made from an aircraft.
Bungee jumping uses an elastic rope that is tied around the jumper’s legs and protective equipment that is similar to the protective equipment used in climbing.

Bungee jumping is popular in film, and bungee jumping was performed in the 1995 opening of the James Bond ‘GoldenEye’ movie.
Bungee jumping can be performed in many styles and techniques, such as starting the jump on low ground or jumping off a ramp.
Bungee jumping can be dangerous if the equipment is not checked and used correctly, and if the equipment does not properly fit the jumper.
One of the most common bungee jumping dangers caused by jumping, is damage to eyesight.
Bungee jumping is proven to increase stress levels and affect the immune system.