Jumping rope is a plyometric exercise, which means muscles exert maximum force in short intervals of time. This can improve our speed in other activities, like running. antoniodiaz/Shutterstock
While many of us may remember skipping as something we did as children, the pastime has regained popularity during the pandemic as a way of keeping fit.
Not only is jumping rope a fun, affordable, and portable form of exercise, it also has many benefits for our health and fitness. Here are just a few reasons why jumping rope is such a good form of exercise.
1. Cardiovascular Fitness
Jumping rope has long been used by boxers as a form of training to help improve their footwork and general conditioning.
