Skipping, or how to lose weight with a jump rope

In pursuit of a beautiful and slender figure, we often forget about simple remedies available to every woman. In order to be admired for your shape, you don’t have to visit an expensive fitness room; just a few simple but regular exercises at home are enough. Today we will talk about the benefits of a jump rope for your figure, how you can lose weight with a jump rope, and give reviews from those people who have used this simple device.

The benefits of jumping rope for weight loss
Just so you know, jumping rope is fashionably called “skipping,” which translated from English just means “jump.” But what is the use of these jumps?

Because jumping rope engages your leg muscles, it helps you lose weight in your thighs, firm your thighs, and improve muscle tone. Active jumping helps in the fight against cellulite, and since jumping rope is not a static exercise, the respiratory system is also strengthened. In addition, jumping rope can be called a cardio workout, sometimes even more effective than running, cycling or swimming.

How to choose a jump rope
Before you start losing weight using a jump rope, you need to choose the right length. It is not difficult to guess that the length of the rope will depend on your height.

With a height of up to 167 cm, the length of the rope should be 250 cm, with a height of up to 183 cm, the length of the rope should be 280 cm.

But you don’t have to come to the store with a centimeter. You can do it simpler: take a jump rope in your hands, fold it in half and, holding it by the handles, stretch your straightened arms in front of you. If the jump rope touches the floor, it suits you; if it lies on the floor or, conversely, does not reach the floor, then its length will not suit you.

How to jump rope
You need to start jumping rope little by little, only increasing the time of jumping over time. To get started, simple jumping on two legs for 5 minutes a day is enough. If you lose your breath, start landing alternately on one leg or the other, for example, putting your right leg forward and bending your left at the knee.

You need to jump rope correctly: pressing your elbows to the body, rotating only your hands, your back straight and fixed in a certain position. It is better to wear sneakers during training.

Exercises with a jump rope can be as follows:

1. Jumping on two legs;
2. An easier option is to land on each leg in turn;
3. Jumping on one leg;
4. Jumping on one or the other leg;
5. Jumping on two legs, twisting the rope backwards;
6. Jumping from side to side;
7. Place your feet on an imaginary straight line, one foot in front of the other;
8. Jumping rope is like running in place.

Experience losing weight with a jump rope: reviews
The jump rope is such a simple invention that you can’t write much about it. So let's move from theory to practice. Here are the reviews left by people who lose weight using a jump rope:

Elena, 23: “Jumping rope really effectively burns calories, you can feel it after the first lesson. However, jumping rope puts a lot of stress on the joints, even more than when running. Therefore, when jumping rope, try to land smoothly on your toes. And I recommend jumping for at least 20 minutes.”

Nastya, 28: “I started jumping rope every 2 days for 5 minutes, because I couldn’t stand it anymore, my legs hurt a lot after classes. It was hard to bend my legs and climb the stairs. I noticed weight loss results after just 2 weeks, so exercise yourself and you will feel everything. The main thing is not to be lazy, because what could be simpler than jumping rope?”

Lera, 19: “Actually, I don’t have problems with being overweight, I decided to practice with a skipping rope to diversify my workouts. I jumped almost every day for 2 months, 2000 jumps a day. I didn’t notice any changes in volume or weight, but my body became elastic and I felt great! But I still preferred running - it’s more effective and interesting...