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For starters, doing a jump rope cardio workout improves coordination and boosts metabolism. “Jumping rope can be a great warmup and an effective cross-training workout for runners,” says James Bagley, ...

Share on Pinterest Experts say jump roping provides a quick and intense cardiovascular workout. Richard Hamilton Smith/Getty Images Jump roping gained popularity this past year as COVID-19 lockdowns ...

Remember those carefree days when skipping rope was all about who could go the longest without tripping? Well, that same playground activity has earned its spot as one of the most effective fitness ...

Skipping rope may once have been seen mainly as a pastime for schoolgirls, but there’s a good reason—or more accurately, several good reasons—it’s also a fav training tool for boxers. “They've used it ...