As I child I loved to skip rope. I never considered at the time what a truly great overall body workout jumping rope is. Today, I continue to “get jumping” as often as possible. Whenever I am asked what type of workout regimen I maintain, I alway name jumping rope and get curious questions about this choice. If you enter any boxing gym in the world, you will hear the sound of rope skipping, as it is widely recognized as a method of conditioning.

I jump rope every morning as long as time or my stamina allows. One of the beautiful things about this drill is the fact that it can be practiced anywhere – at home, outdoors or in a gym. A jump rope is inexpensive, typically around $ 20.00, and portable so that it can taken with you when you travel.

If you are a beginner, you can start with even one minute sessions, then gradually build to your desired goal. Fifteen minutes of jump roping is an incredible workout.

The benefits of skipping rope include:

Toned Arms

Toned Legs

Increased Flexibility

Increased Agility

Increased Cardiovascular Stamina

Increased Coordination

There are an excellent selections of jump ropes available at Walmart and all sporting goods stores.

So, flashback to the playground and enjoy this heart pounding workout. Crank up the music and get jumping!