Jumping Rope

Timetravel_0 · 02-14-2008, 04:32 PM

What do you guys think of it as far as cardio and weight loss?

neomacro · 02-14-2008, 04:35 PM

I just started jumping rope for cardio cause it got too cold to run and ice makes it slippery. Takes a bit to get used to and fall into rythm, but gives a great workout. But you can keep increasing speed and get a good cardio everytime. Check http://www.rosstraining.com for rope skills. I got all my info from there.

Snake_p20 · 02-14-2008, 04:55 PM

I love jumping rope for cardio, its a great variation to do and can be quite fun. I don't do it as often as I should but I think it is a good way to work on your conditioning when mixed in with other workouts.

Chris H · 02-14-2008, 10:29 PM

Double unders and high knees with F you up, good stuff

Cydewynder20 · 02-14-2008, 10:56 PM

Great workout.

But I find it SO boring.

cmburns · 02-14-2008, 10:57 PM

I love skipping but I have to limit it to 10 mins 3 times a week. It gives me shin splint like nothing else!

BTT10 · 02-15-2008, 12:51 AM

Its a good way to incorporate cardio especially to add some quickness. whether you like it or not find some music with a beat, like techno or salsa music. itll help you keep pace and rhythem

genejo · 02-15-2008, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by neomacro

I just started jumping rope for cardio cause it got too cold to run and ice makes it slippery. Takes a bit to get used to and fall into rythm, but gives a great workout. But you can keep increasing speed and get a good cardio everytime. Check http://www.rosstraining.com for rope skills. I got all my info from there.

hey great site, lots of good info. time to go out and buy a rope!

neomacro · 02-15-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by genejo

hey great site, lots of good info. time to go out and buy a rope!

If you're looking for good quality exercises with home made equipment at budget prices, Ross's site is for you. He's used to be a boxer and uses mostly home made equipment or gives you ideas to build it. Best of all I like his policy "Exercise must be short and intense". The stuff on his site is pure gold, has videos and best of all, its all free.
cheers.

cheese7668 · 02-15-2008, 02:24 PM

jumping rope is a great way to get in shape and to develop foot speed. Heavy ropes can also work the upper body.

If you really want to hurt, tie a rope to two folding chairs, pull it tight, and jump back and forth. Focus on exploding up. Combine with sprint for maximum pain.