How To Jump Rope
- February 26, 2008
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Director
Blair Barbour
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Writer
Kyle du Ford
- Actor Pete Kominsky
- Actor River Kominsky
- Actor Landon Kominsky
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Mario Bueno
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Music
Edison Music Corp
Try telling a boxer that jumping rope is “just for kids.” Not only is it a good cardiovascular workout, it improves coordination, agility, and the all-important footwork.
You Will Need
- A jump rope
- And a small area in which to jump
Step 1: Choose a jump rope
Choose a jump rope that fits your height.
If you are under 5’5", choose an eight-foot rope. If you’re 5’6" to 6", choose a 9-foot rope. If you’re 6’1" to 6’6", pick a 10-foot rope. Anyone taller, should use an 11-foot rope.
Step 2: Hold rope from handles
Hold the rope from its handles.
Step 3: Step over rope
Step over the rope so it’s behind your feet as you’re standing.
Step 4: Swing rope over head
Swing the jump rope over your head in a circular motion, making an arc with the taut rope.
Step 5: Jump over rope
As if comes forward toward your feet, jump over the rope by hopping straight up with both feet.
As you become more proficient, you can try jumping on one foot and other variations that combine agility and athleticism.
Step 6: Continue jumping
Continue jumping until the rope gets hung up at your feet. Then begin again from the beginning.
Step 7: Practice
Jumping rope isn’t just an exercise: it’s a skill. Practice and you’ll be great before you know it.
You use many muscles while jumping rope, including your calves, quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteus maximus, and forearms.
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