Skip your way to better health

Skipping a rope is one of those fitness routines many of us under look simply because it looks and seems too easy. Fact is it is actually easy and fun but to a huge extent very beneficial. You won’t believe how much good you can get from taking strides back to elementary school.

Here are some of the proven benefits of skipping a rope

1. Jumping is good for your lymphatic system

The lymphatic system is like your body’s sewer system. It removes all sorts of waste and toxins from your blood and moves them out to be eliminated. However, unlike your circulatory system, the lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump. It relies on the expansion and contraction of your muscles to move it around your body.

A healthy, circulating lymphatic system is very important to healthy, beautiful skin. And it just so happens that the up and down motion of jumping rope ( jumping on a trampoline, also) is one of the absolute best exercises for moving the lymph system.

2. It’s a full body workout

Jumping rope literally has it all – it works your legs, it works your abs, it works your arms, it works your heart, it works your mind. It increases strength, agility, speed, timing and rhythm. Its medium impact increases bone density, but isn’t as hard on your joints as running. It’s both a fantastic cardio and strength training workout all in one.

3. You can do it anywhere

I know it seems like you’d need a lot of space to jump rope, but you don’t. A bit in front, a bit in back, and some overhead clearance, and you’re golden. All you need is a specific rectangular space in your living room.

4. Equipment is inexpensive and minimal

All these benefits, and you don’t even need any fancy machines, heavy weights, or complicated equipment. A jump rope is simple, and so discreet – put it in your backpack (or your purse), you won’t even know it’s there, and you can take it anywhere with you. You can get a good rope from any supermarket in town at less than 20,000 UGX!

5. It’s fun

Apart from reminding you of your childhood days, skipping is one of those things you’ll do and have lots of fun.

Tips

• How long should your jump rope be? It should go from shoulder to shoulder while you’re stepping on it. Most adult jumps ropes are 9 feet when you buy them, but they can usually be shortened.
• Wear shoes while jumping – you’ll believe me the first time you smack yourself in the bare foot when you mess up a jump!
• If you’re trying to get fit, try interval training with your jump rope – for example, jump 30 seconds super intense, 1 minute light, and repeat. Interval training gets better results in less time than regular output exercise.

Source: LoveVitamin

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