Remember some things you did as a kid and you might find a way to stay in shape, make your heart healthier and improve your coordination. One way is jumping rope, and Fit Facts from The American Council on Exercise reviews the basics.
After motivation has set in, it takes little else to get started on a jump-rope regimen. Make sure you have the right shoes and the best type of rope in the proper length.
The essentials of jumping rope are the same as they were when you did it as a kid, but getting going might be a bit tougher, so play some snappy music for inspiration. A companion or group could help, too.
Once you've got the basics back, get creative and throw in some variations like arm-crossing or leg-scissoring. Before long, you might feel a little more like a kid again.
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