Skipping rope is a superior form of cardiovascular exercise. It will get your heart pumping, and all it takes is a rope, a pair of shoes, and some space. You can literally jump rope anywhere, on the beach, in the park, in your basement, even on the moon, and you don't need fancy machines or expensive equipment. This time-tested classic has been used for good reason by elite athletes for decades, and there is a reason boxers (some of the best conditioned elite athletes in the world) use it to condition their bodies, jumping rope builds more coordination and burns more calories per minute than just about any form of cardio, including running, which is thought of as the holy grail of physical conditioning. It also builds up agility, rhythm, and timing, since you need to avoid stopping or letting the rope hit you when it comes up and over your body . When you jump rope, you are using almost every muscle in your body. The muscles in your feet and calves get the brun...
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