Jump Roping

I've recently discovered something that will revolutionize your workouts - jumping rope.  That's right, it's not just for kids at the playground anymore.

Let me give you some quick hits about what makes the jump rope such a powerful workout tool:

• Total body workout:  Try to jump rope intensely for 10 minutes straight, and I bet you'll find it nearly impossible.  By the end, your body will be burning - everything from your shoulders right down to your feet.  I knew that the jump rope would increase my leg strength, but I've also noticed some added tone to my arms.
• It's cheap: I'm finding out that gym memberships are overrated.  You can buy a jump rope for 10 dollars and probably get a better workout than you've recently been getting at the gym.   This will be the perfect change of pace for your workout routine. 
• Fun:  At first, it's probably going to be painful.  But after a while, once you build your endurance up, you're going to be able to try out some fancy footwork that will undoubtedly impress people that are "jogging" by.  As you master new jump combos like the cross and shuffle step, not only will you feel like a boss, you'll also be getting lighter on your feet and increasing the strength of your entire leg. 
• Efficient:  Don't want to go jogging for 30 minutes and be bored out of your mind?  I read a study that said 8-10 minutes of intense jump roping burns more calories and is more muscle effective than jogging for a half hour. 

These are just a few of the benefits - I could go on for much longer but I won't bore you.  The moral of the story - get to your local sports store and add jump roping to your weekly workout routine.  You won't be sorry you did.  Hey Kelley!

Andrew