Jumping rope is an unbeatable cardio workout—if you do it correctly
It's challenging. (Photo by dylan nolte on Unsplash/)Jump ropes are more complex than you may realize. They range from the classic, nostalgia-inducing beaded ropes of playgrounds, to speed ropes equipped with a light, thin metal wire that can cost north of $100. With the pandemic keeping so many people at home, a good rope will allow you to exercise within whatever space you have available. Plus, flinging one around in a park while you sweat buckets and gasp for breath is a great way to ensure that no one comes too close to you. Wherever you attempt it, jumping will almost definitely translate into pulse-pounding cardiovascular exercise and stronger muscles. Because—and you know this if you’ve tried it—using a jump rope is challenging and completely exhausting. Here’s what to know to get started, if you’re a rookie like I am. “Jump rope is one of the oldest fitness tools,” David...