If you haven’t picked up a jump rope since your school days, you’re in for a surprise. Jumping rope packs the same intensity as an 8-minute-mile run or a 20-mile-per-hour bike ride. There’s a reason ...

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Cardio gets a bad rap for being boring, and we get it: running, walking, and cycling feel pretty one-dimensional when you're doing them day in, day out. Aiming for variety in your workout routine ...

Jumping rope might have been your go-to activity during fourth-grade gym class, but this simple piece of equipment is actually one of the best-kept secrets of the fitness world. And it’s not just for ...

I love the idea of jumping rope. You can quickly get your heart rate up without fancy equipment and it’s an activity you can do in your bedroom, backyard or a hotel room without needing very much ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Jumping rope has always been one of the simplest, most effective forms of cardio. It’s cheap, portable, and proven to ...

Today's Get Fit 2015 Challenge workout mixes jump rope with strength training to boost your metabolism and maximize your calorie-burning potential. If you don't have a jump rope, fake it and simply ...

People, in general, are all the more gung-ho about being healthy and staying fit these days, and it is no wonder that many exercises and workouts that can be done anywhere convenient - especially at ...

Looking for a fun, effective, and quick way to get in shape and say goodbye to those extra pounds? We've got the answer: jump rope! It's not just a kids' game; it's a low-impact exercise with ...

A jump rope feels decidedly old-school: something you played with as a kid but that most adults, except for boxers, leave behind. That’s a shame, because jumping rope offers a combination of benefits ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Still not sold? Here are ten benefits of jumping rope, plus some helpful tips and tricks that’ll have you doing double unders in ...