Jumping rope is the devil’s exercise. Or so went my initial thoughts. Hopping up and down, stuck in place, while swinging a plastic whip haphazardly about your head and ankles, not only filled me with ...

If you're a devoted lifter, there's a good chance you skip cardio often. But don't let fitness memes fool you, cardio is essential—especially if you want to reduce your risk of cardiovascular diseases ...

Long before Peloton products, kettlebells and Pilates machines became a part of your workout arsenal, your go-to exercise equipment might have been nothing more than a basic jump rope. As kids, ...

Once a classic playground pastime, jumping rope is often overlooked as a cardio staple. While running, cycling, and strength workouts dominate the fitness space, more people are turning to jump rope ...

Which jump rope is best? When it comes to choosing the best jump rope, there are many things to consider. Jump ropes come in varying lengths and have different levels of durability. For people who ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? Let’s jump into it. (Ok, enough of the jumping puns for now...) Audrey Bowman, ...

Whether you're a dancer, athlete, or CrossFit die-hard, you've probably implemented jumping rope into your training. It's a warmup you can pick up almost anywhere and is easy to learn yet has an ...

Zach Peckman, a 16-year-old jump rope champion from New Hope, was introduced to the sport in kindergarten during the Jump Rope for Heart fitness program. But after seeing a gymnastics-style jumping ...

This is the secret to dropping weight faster. While there are plenty of ways to get your cardio session in, jumping rope is seen as one of the best. Not only can it burn more calories than running, ...