How To Improve Your Double Unders With A Speed Rope
Aug 06, 2024Devin Meek
You’ve done the hardest part: you’ve learned the double unders’ technique. But now you want to take your jumping skills to the next level. That’s when changing the rope you're currently using comes in.
When you’re just learning and working on getting your first double under, you can use a beaded rope. It will allow you to feel the rope, get a lot of feedback, and be able to learn from that pattern. But if you already know how to do a double under and you want to do it faster or more efficiently, you want to use speed ropes to cut through the air faster.
To put it simply, a speed rope is a fast jump rope. But why is it fast? Because it has bearings that allow for a much more precise timed rotation.
Let’s explore some of the major features of these jump ropes:
If you want to learn more about speed ropes and their main characteristics, we recommend reading this blog post.
We’ve taught you how to choose the right jump rope to master your double unders. But today we want to go a little further and teach you how to pick the right speed rope to improve your technique.
As you may know by now, not all ropes are created equal. A speed rope is designed to rotate faster than a regular jump rope, thanks to its lightweight and thin cable. Here's what to look for:
Timing is everything in double unders. Using a speed rope helps develop a quick wrist rotation and consistent jump height. Try these tips:
Selecting the perfect speed rope tailored to your needs can significantly enhance your double-under performance. By paying attention to these factors, you'll find a rope that not only suits your current skill level but also helps you progress faster. Enjoy the journey to mastering your double unders.
More from our Double Under Mastery Series:
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About the AuthorDevin Meek is the Director of Education for Elite Jumps. He's been a jump rope entertainer for over eighteen years and is a three-time world champion competitive jumper. Devin travels the country sharing his passion for the sport, giving jump rope workshops to schools, CrossFit gyms, and corporate wellness programs. |
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