The benefits of jumping rope
When the community quarantine was implemented, our fitness programs undoubtedly got affected.
We couldn't hit the gym. We had limited space to train for mileage. We couldn't have access to fancy workout equipment and facilities.
But, there is a simple exercise that may address our fitness goals. We can do jump ropes!
Jumping rope can be your go-to fitness routine because it only requires you to have a rope and enough space for you to swing or whip it.
Celebrities like Ellen Adarna, Lovi Poe, and even Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner are into it, too!
1. Jumping rope burns a lot of calories.
Jumping rope helps in fat loss.
According to the Science Daily, jumping rope can reach a “burn rate of up to 1,300 calories per hour of vigorous activity, with about 0.1 calories consumed per jump.”
2. Jumping rope improves your heart and lung health.
Jumping rope is a good cardiovascular and aerobic exercise.
When done regularly, it may increase your heart and lung health. Jumping rope is also a recommended aerobic conditioning by the American College of Sports Medicine as it helps you breathe more efficiently.
3. Jumping rope helps develop mental sharpness and coordination.
Jumping rope improves both your mental and physical functions.
When you practice jumping rope, you engage your body and mind as you consider the activity of your feet, your rhythm and timing, your speed, and position. Thus, this exercise also enhances your spatial awareness, alertness, and cognitive functions.
4. Jumping rope helps strengthen your muscle endurance and bone density.
Jumping rope decreases foot and ankle injuries. It strengthens your bones, too.
According to the Jump Rope Institute, jumping rope keeps you on the balls of your feet and that is beneficial when you are active in sports. Meanwhile, one study supports that jumping up and down does good for your bone density.
5. Jumping rope is portable and fun.
Jumping rope provides a sustainable fitness routine.
To be able to stick to your workout regimen, you should be able to enjoy it and adapt it to your situation or environment. Jumping rope lets you do it at your own pace and lets you learn a few tricks and skills. It also doesn't tie you to a single place and you can actually bring it anywhere you go.
If you've been looking for a new fitness routine during this quarantine, consider jumping into this exercise!