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Jump Rope – running
Jump Rope – running mimics an alternating-foot rhythm and keeps the pattern close to natural cadence work. It's a clean warm-up option when you want quick feet without a long impact block.
Instructions
Hold the rope handles with elbows close to the body and wrists relaxed. Jump lightly on the balls of the feet, alternating legs as if running in place. Keep jumps low, maintain an upright posture, and rotate the rope smoothly with the wrists. Aim for a steady, relaxed rhythm.
Avoid Common Mistakes
• jumping too high
• landing heavily on the heels
• losing alternating rhythm
• turning the rope with the arms
Variations
• slower or faster cadence
• higher knee emphasis
• short interval bursts
• alternating tempo
• continuous rhythmic sets
Type:
strength
Exercise mode:
plyometric
Difficulty:
intermediate
Equipment:
jump rope