Secret word: Jump Rope!
Do you remember when, as a child, during school breaks, or in the park, you used to jump the rope with your friends? You can do the same as a workout! It’s a very easy and a cost efficient way to get fit!
All you need is just a jump rope (initially buy a cheap one, such as a decathlon), a good pair of shoes and 25-30 minutes a day of your time. It’s very important to use a right sized rope; find one that fits you perfectly. To find the perfect fit, put your foot in the middle, hold the handles in your hands. The perfect one should be in the same line as your armpits.
It can be traumatic to discover that after years, it is not as easy as you remember. Don’t worry. It is one of the most useful, healthy and funny things that you can do for your body. As a cardio activity, you’ll burn fat and fight cellulite, as well as tone your arms, legs and chest. In ten minutes, you’ll burn 135 calories. This is famous in the boxing world and is sometimes forgotten as alternative way of training.
As a beginner, it is enough to do an initial of 5 or 10 minutes a day, in cycles of one-minute jumps and 20 seconds rest, and you’ll gradually increase your jumping time. Start with a simple combination and alternate jumping with aerobic exercise. If you don’t know how to jump, start jump action without the rope to build confidence. After that, do the same while holding the rope with just one hand; that will help you coordinate your hands with your feet. Next, with those movements, try to jump holding the rope with both hands; you should jump correctly and without a problem. If you search online, you’ll find plenty of video tutorials for different styles of jumping, from beginners to master level.
