What is a Jump Rope? - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

About This Presentation
Title:

What is a Jump Rope?

Description:

A jump rope is common workout equipment frequently used by those who are interested in getting in shape while improving their cardiorespiratory system. It’s considered to be more effective than running because your upper and lower body are in conjunction. They are usually believed to be best for casual exercisers, fitness enthusiasts, and athletes. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

Number of Views:3
Slides: 9
Provided by: ryantailer
Tags:

less

Transcript and Presenter's Notes

Title: What is a Jump Rope?


1
What is a Speed Rope?
2
(No Transcript)
3
  • Choosing the rope to meet your fitness goals is
    essential once you have decided to opt for a rope
    fitness routine. It is necessary to understand
    the positives and negatives of the fitness
    accessories you select.
  • Weighted jump ropes are excellent at developing
    upper body strength and improving upper and lower
    body balance and coordination. Skipping rope is
    one of the oldest training tools that help you in
    all your training programs and goals.

4
What is a Speed Rope?
  • Speed ropes are very thin and have thin PVC
    plastic cords. It is a fast jump rope. The
    bearings allow for much more precise timed
    rotations. Speed ropes were specifically designed
    for competitions. Higher-quality speed ropes are
    made of aerospace-grade aluminium, it also
    contains 1 or 2 precision bearings per handle.
    The speed rope weighs about 1 ounce.

5
  • A common misconception is that because speed
    ropes are fast so they must produce more
    intensity during exercises such as CrossFit
    workouts. Well, thats not the case its the
    opposite! Once you have perfected your jump
    rope skills you can learn to speed rope. Speed
    rope helps you improve your agility and stamina.

6
Benefits of Speed Rope
  • Adding speed rope exercise to your workout
    routine can have many benefits, a few of them are
    mentioned below
  • Strengthens your lower leg muscles Many
    exercises focused on strengthening the lower leg
    muscles can lead to some injuries, however, speed
    rope exercises avoid issues like muscle tightness
    by enhancing elasticity within your legs. 

7
  • Enhances breathing and cardiovascular health A
    10-minute speed jump rope workout session, three
    times a week will improve your lung and heart
    health. It lowers the risks of heart disease and
    other heart conditions. You can notice a visible
    improvement in your breathing and overall
    stamina.
  • Stimulates brain activity and eliminates
    stress A speed rope workout has an amazing
    effect on the brain, when jumping our brain
    releases endorphins, which help reduce stress and
    anxiety levels. It also helps you learn new
    skills such as spatial awareness.

8
  • Ropes are a versatile addition to workout
    equipment as they can be used with different
    training routines. Speed Ropes help athletes to
    enhance their performance and undoubtedly it is
    one of the reasons, that speed ropes are so
    famous. Jumping rope may at a glance look like a
    childs game, however, it is an excellent cardio
    workout. It is considered to be a complete
    package as it is a full-body workout. Based on
    your fitness goals skill level both ropes can
    prove extremely helpful to achieve the target.
Write a Comment
User Comments (0)
About PowerShow.com