The Jump Rope Workout

Almost anyone  will probably  agree that he or she jumped  rope in elementary school . The sad part is that jump roping is associated with games that children play without realizing the health benefits  it can  give us. Are we aware that a ten minute jump rope workout  can  lose you calories in the same manner that running at 8mph can? But jump rope may not be as easy as it sounds. We can all walk straight for fifteen minutes but only a few can make it with the jump rope given the same time.

The Effect on the Body Parts

Our muscles are affected when we do jump rope. It works on our back arms, forearms, thighs, calves and most specially, the abdomen. This only shows the impact this exercise has on our body. During the first few days of jump rope exercise, beginners may experience some unpleasant bodily sensations like pain and numbness.   But this shouldn't be a cause for alarm as these temporary bodily pains will soon transform your body into an honest to goodness healthy fit and shape.

The Fat Burners

Our body naturally produces hormones that help in the burning of  fat deposits. But usually, these hormones are insufficient to combat the large amount of fat our body has. Enter the jump rope! This exercise actually hastens   the production of enough  hormones that can eliminate almost all the fats in our body. And quickly too!

The Right Jump Rope

The "Speed Rope" is definitely your best buy for a jump rope. Not to worry about the price because it's only $15. Purchase it from any sports store. Remember to buy one which is adjustable.

How to adjust the jump rope?

Swing the rope and let it fall by your feet. Place your foot  on the rope's  middle part  and pull  the handles up until  they reach the level of your armpits.

First couple of weeks with a jump rope

Usually, beginners double jump in the beginning because it  gives them more time for  rest.  Single jumps however are better because it can make your body tight and  fit.

When you skip, your arms should be steady at your sides. The wrists should do the swinging. For jump rope variations, using one foot at a time will let you  skip in a running fashion.

The  Initial Warm Up

Using the clock, skip slowly for three minutes straight and then rest for half a minute. Do the same process for fifteen minutes.

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