Jumping rope. Its associated with children and boxers…well I assoicate it with children and boxers…but as I’ve recently learned, it’s one hell of a workout all by yourself. I’ve written a bit on Sweet Potato Pie on alternatives to the gym. And since I’m not always able to get out and run, I’ve started jumping rope. As a matter of fact I’ve created me a couple of Jum Rope workouts.
First things first what I’ve learned from jumoing rope:
It’s hard.
lol.
It works the whole body and you get tired quickly if your endurance isn’t up. It’s a killer full body workout and I have so much more appreciation for boxers (and children lol). Funny, I just don’t remember it being this dificult when I was a kid. lol.
Other thing I learned is I can’t jump rope with my shoes on. lol. Really. I can’t. Barefoot I’m pretty good. Sans shoes..not so much.
Now on to the workouts:
Jump Rope Workout #1
- Warm up/Stretch 10 min
- Jump Rope 20 min.
- Cool down/Stretch 10 min
Notes: Obviously if you’re new to jumping rope you’re not going to be able to jump continuously for 20 minutes. That’s fine, when you stop just start immediately and keep goign until the 20 minutes are up.
Jump Rope Workout #2
- Warm up/Stretch 10 min
- 25 crunches (or 25 of any ab workout of your choice)
- 15 push-ups50
- jumping jacks
- 5 min of jumping rope
- 2 min rest
- That’s 1 set. Repeat 4 to 5 times
- Cool down/Stretch 10 min
Notes: This workout is more advanced and set up to give you some resistance training as well as the cardio workout orm jumping rope.
If anyone tries either workout let me know how it’s worked for you. Remember to consult with a doctor before you start any new workout regime.
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