Jump Rope Program
Why should you start a jump rope program? Because, 10 minutes of jumping rope can provide the same calorie burn as 30 minutes of running. Rope jumping uses all your muscles and joints and also requires some skill and practice.
Here is a sample program: With the basic bounce or alternate step, start with 10 sets of 10 jumps. Increase the number of jumps by 10 per set until you reach 100 jumps nonstop. Gradually work towards 5 to 10 minutes of continuous jumping.
Great tip! Here’s a link to a short video clip that takes jump roping and elevates the athletes’ agility while also building the their fitness levels. (Obviously start with something safer like a taped frame of reference on the floor.)