Jumping rope is a great cardiovascular exercise. It’s easy and fun. But here are some tips you need to understand very well before you start doing it…
Do’s:
Make sure you put on supportive shoes.
Jump on springy wooden or carpeted floor, or a thin exercise mat on whatever surface you do have.
Always keep the rope handles close to your hip.
Keep your abs contracted slightly to keep your torso vertical.
Move your wrists to bring the rope around.
Always keep your legs straight.
Don’ts:
Don’t wear running shoes because they won’t give you enough forefoot support.
Never jump on concrete, floors laid over concrete, and other hard surfaces like tile.
Don’t hold the rope handles too far apart, your rope might be too long.
Don’t move your shoulders for they will be exhausted.
Don’t bend your legs in the air.
