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Double unders are one skill that everyone who jumps rope wants to be able to do, eventually. The title of this article is “for beginners”, but the truth is double unders are not a skill for most beginners. The Jump Rope Coach Chris, who is a great one to follow for tutorials ranks skills. This…
Are you toying with the idea of buying a weighted jump rope? When you go to buy a jump rope you’ll find two different options. Some weighted ropes have the weight in the handles and others carry the weight in the rope itself. Weighted jump ropes are a great way to get a full-body workout…
Do you like to listen to podcasts about health and fitness? If you’re like me, you hear the terms “metabolic flexibility” and “fat-adapted” tossed around a lot. We are supposed to know what that means, but just in case you’re not 100% clear I did some research for my own sake, as much as yours….
Are you wondering if you can jump rope every day, the answer is yes. As long as you aren’t experiencing pain, it’s a great exercise to do every day. Skipping rope is a VERY efficient way to get a great cardio workout in a very short amount of time. Depending on where you look some…
If you jump rope, getting a mat is worth the investment. Especially when you consider how cheap jump rope is in comparison to almost any sport. There is no reason not to use a mat, especially if you are jumping on cement. A mat can be a lifesaver for your feet and joints. The only…
Jump rope length is a very tricky thing to get right. There are different “right” lengths depending on where you are in your jump rope journey. You need a longer rope when you first start jumping. As you get better and better, which will happen, you will need a shorter rope. The great thing about…
This question is one that I received from a friend who has had hip surgery. Her doctor told her to avoid high-impact exercises, but she is interested in jumping rope (probably because I’m always talking about it😆). Is skipping rope low impact? Despite all the benefits that jump rope has to offer, it IS NOT…
Are you thinking about adding a beaded jump rope to your workout? If you like to jump rope this is one that you need to have, in addition to a few others. You’ll find the more you like to skip rope, the more ropes you will add to your collection. Beaded jump ropes have been…
I’ve been obsessively reading about how to keep your brain healthy, especially when you get are over 50. This is probably because I’m watching my Dad struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. It’s hard to watch someone you love change so drastically, but it’s also very motivating. What can I do to prevent this from happening to…
Do you hate weight training? What if you could do it once a week for 20 minutes? I don’t love weight training but I can make myself do it for 20 minutes once or twice a week. Weight training is essential even more as we age because it helps with bone density and prevents muscle…