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If you haven’t picked up a jump rope since elementary school, you’re seriously missing out. Jumping rope is a fun yet intense way to get your heart rate up and work every muscle. The best part is that all you need is your body and your rope. Whether you’re grabbing your rope for a quick session before work or packing it for an easy workout when you’re on vacation, you’ll always have a cardio tool on hand.
“From a conditioning standpoint, jumping rope probably ranks higher than running and rowing,” says Maillard Howell, owner of Dean CrossFit and founder of The Beta Way. “It’s good for speed, agility, conditioning, and endurance. It does it all.”
Don’t fret if jumprope isn’t your forte. To start, watch this step-by-step guide on how to use a jump rope with superstar trainer Amanda Kloots:
Feeling inspired? Shop our favorite jump ropes below.
The best jump ropes to buy for an intense workout
1. RPM Session4 Speed Rope, $65
Complete with an anti-friction system, this rope is lightweight and has a super-smooth spin. It works for all levels and comes with a microfiber bag for easy storage and transport.
Shop now:RPM Session4 Speed Rope, $65
2. Gaoykai Weighted Jump Rope, $12
This weighted jump rope comes complete with comfortable foam handles and durable PU-covered steel wire.
Shop now:Gaoykai Weighted Jump Rope, $12
3. Rogue Fitness SR-1F Froning Speed Rope 2.0, $43
This rope is for the more advanced jumpers. It’s a speed rope, with long, thin handles, making it perfect for mastering double-under jumps.
Shop now:Rogue Fitness SR-1F Froning Speed Rope 2.0, $43
4. Guard & Revival Treat Speed Jump Rope, $19
This all-levels friendly rope has ball-bearing mechanism inside the handles, which allows it to spin fast, and smooth.
Shop now: Guard & Revival Treat Speed Jump Rope, $19
5. Crossrope Get Lean Weighted Jump Rope Set, $99
This weighted rope made one Well+Good writer actually enjoy cardio. It’s easier to maintain a consistent rhythm with a heavier jump rope than a lighter one, and it helps you engage more muscles during your workout. This set comes with a 1/4 pound rope, and a 1/2 pound rope (the weight feels much heavier when you’re using them).
Shop now: Crossrope Get Lean Weighted Jump Rope Set, $99
Ready to try it? Follow this’ 13-minute, full-body jump rope workout:
Want to take your jump rope workout to the next level? Just add a resistance band or try double-unders.
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