I just purchased a jump rope because I enjoyed it when I was younger and thought it would be a fun way to get some exercise. I’m not sure my landlord will like the sound of it on my hardwood floors, but we will see what happens with that. Did you know that jump rope can burn more than 700 calories per hour? Skipping also helps improve physical coordination, so why not sneak in some fun cardio? I also read that the impact helps build bone mass which is good for women because we are at a higher risk for osteoporosis than men.
You can find a skipping rope for under $10, I purchased one with removable weights in it to give me more of a workout. I am going to start skipping for 3 minutes, rest for a minute and then repeat it 5 times
Burn 111 calories in only a few minutes.
- Do two minute intervals, taking 30 second breaks in between. Repeat that four times.
