jump rope
A cardio exercise targeting the cardiovascular system, performed with rope.
Body part
CardioEquipment
Rope
Target muscles
Cardiovascular System
Secondary muscles
Calves, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes
How to do jump rope
Hold the handles of the jump rope with your hands, palms facing inward.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
Swing the rope over your head and jump over it as it comes towards your feet.
Land softly on the balls of your feet and repeat the jump as the rope comes around again.
Continue jumping for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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