Jump Into Health: The Skipping Secret to Better Heart Function

Jump Into Health: The Skipping Secret to Better Heart Function
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If you haven’t jumped rope in decades, you are not alone. Jumping rope is unfairly stereotyped as a childish activity for kids. And, yes, jumping rope does require a certain degree of physical energy, coordination, and a playful spirit. However, if you plan on dusting off that old jump rope from your basement, attic, or garage, you might be pleasantly surprised about the health rewards.