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Traditionally, it’s not the first tool you think about if you’re looking to buildstrength.
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That’s where a weighted jump rope comes in.
Popovic suggests starting with a slightly heavier rope until you get used to the motion.
It can be discouraging, Marizu says.
She echoes Popovic’s recommendation for beginners to start heavy.
“You’ll learn the cadence that way,” she says.
If you’re a beginner jumper, use thebasic jump, where you keep your feet together while jumping.
you’re able to adjust this workout depending on the variety of ropes that you have access to.
(If you’re looking to buy your own weighted ropes, check outCrossropeor do asearch on Amazon.)
If you’re new to jumping rope, just stick with a basic jump: keep your feet together.
Go as slow as you’ve got the option to without tripping.
You should be jumping a little bit harder than your light pace.
Fast Pace 4 minutes (beginner)
Swap out your rope for the 1-pound one.
This will be your heaviest and fastest 3 minutes yet.
Fast Pace 3 minutes (advanced)
Our model,Cece Marizu, is a trainer atEquinox.
