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Jumping rope:these are the most common mistakes

Jumping rope is a good way to train your fitness. What should you pay attention to if you want to start jumping rope?

1. The length is not right

It is important that your skipping rope is the right length. Stand with your feet on the skipping rope. If the ends of the rope reach under your armpits, you have the right length.

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2. You don't protect your ankles and knees

The shocks to your feet and knees while jumping rope are less harsh than during running. However, it is important to wear good shoes. Jumping rope is also most pleasant if the surface is slightly resilient, such as a wooden floor or gym floor.

3. You don't build up calmly

As with other sports, it is important to start slowly and build up slowly. For example, start with jumping for a minute and resting for half a minute. Repeat five times and slowly expand.

4. You forget the warm-up and cool-down

Don't underestimate the importance of warming up and cooling down. Slowly jumping rope can also be used as a warm-up. Stretch your calves during the cool-down. Especially if you are just starting to jump rope, you can feel it the next day.

Get started

To get started, you will of course need a good skipping rope. Maybe one of these copies is something for you?