Jump Rope
The Jump Rope is a compound cardio exercise. It primarily targets the calves, with the quadriceps, shoulders, and forearms working as secondary muscles. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
compoundEquipment
otherCategory
cardioInstructions
- Hold the rope handles at hip height.
- Rotate the rope using your wrists, not your arms.
- Jump just high enough to clear the rope.
- Land softly on the balls of your feet.
- Keep your core engaged and shoulders relaxed.
- Start with a basic bounce and progress to variations.
- Take breaks as needed and build endurance over time.