You may relate to skipping rope as something that kids do, but it is a great form of cardio exercise. It is a full-body workout that will help to burn 10-15 calories/minute. Great boxers like Muhammad Ali took skipping ropes very seriously as one of his workout routines. When you jump you may feel uncomfortable about body parts “jiggling”, don’t be. We all have those areas in our body that need some toning and tightening. What’s more important is that we take responsibility for it and take action.
Great Calorie Burner
Very few exercises burn calories like a skipping rope. Even jumping at a very moderate rate burns 10 to 16 calories a minute. You can divide your jump rope exercise into three 10-minute rounds and you can achieve 480 calories in half an hour. Isn’t that amazing?
Lower And Upper Body Toning
Skipping rope is a great full-body workout. It tones up your entire body in a short duration. If you do it at a higher intensity, it will work your biceps, triceps, shoulders, calves, thighs, and glutes.
Improve Bone Density
Jumping rope regularly can help improve bone density. Osteoporosis and weak bones cause low bone density. Not much is known about the intensity and the direct effects, but it surely helps the bones. Regularly working them does increase the chances of better bone health.
Skipping rope for Your Brain
We know that exercise is good for the brain. But the exercises which require both mental and physical activity is better for your cognitive health.
The very best workouts for brain health involve coordination, rhythm, and strategy. Try to challenge yourself to try some jump rope tricks. They’re really good for your brain.
Super Affordable
You don’t need any special things to do this exercise. If you don’t have a jump rope, you can use any normal rope and use it. Also, buying a jump rope is affordable, the cheapest ones start from Rs.90 only.
How To Start Skipping Rope?
If you have never done this before then you can watch this video and get started. Be confident and be committed to the goals. Good luck!
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