That skipping rope you’ve tossed into the corner? It’s time to pick it up. Like many, I’ve read about the numerous benefits of skipping but still opted for the treadmill every time. But why is that?

Apart from reminding you of the fun-filled childhood days, there are several health benefits of skipping rope. It can be an intense workout to build your stamina and muscle strength and a great way to ...

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Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 25, 2019 Add ...

The good news about skipping is — well, almost everything. It's an incredibly effective, portable, and time-efficient workout. It's excellent cardio, strengthens your lower body and arms, amps up bone ...

You’d be forgiven for thinking that only boxers dedicate time to skipping but we strongly suggest you reconsider as it can offer your cardio fitness hope on a rope. It’s a challenging aerobic workout ...

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My Navy buddy, Dave Hunt, created the Crossrope (a system of weighted jump ropes and handles that are interchangeable for different workouts). He helped create a jump rope workout for us. I never had ...