Jump Rope Digest: January 2025 | #News

Time to check out what’s new in the jump rope world!
Every month, we’ll bring you the most important updates, tips, and stories to keep you motivated and on track in your jump rope journey.

How’s your New Year’s Resolution list going?

January is famous for the "new year, new me" mindset. It’s a time for reflecting on what you’ve achieved and planning what’s next. At Elite Jumps, we’re here to help you embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle!

💡 Pro advice: The best resolution is the one you can stick to.

We’ve compiled some routines to help you get started. Find a program that works for you and commit to it:

• 30-Day Jump Rope Weight Loss Challenge

• 6-Week Weighted Jump Rope Progression (weekly live sessions on YouTube)

• 15-Minute Jump Rope Workout Routine for Beginners

We also teamed up with top jump rope creators to share a step-by-step guide for beginners and some personal goals for 2025.

➡️ Read: Jump Rope Resolutions for 2025

CrossFit Open 2025: Ready, Set, Jump!

The CrossFit Open is here, and the excitement is real! Registrations kicked off on January 15, 2025, with big updates to equipment guidelines and plenty of buzz about the new season format.

What’s New in 2025?
The CrossFit team has made some exciting changes to give the community more opportunities to participate and help elite athletes on their path to the Games. Here’s a quick overview:

• Introducing the Community Cup: A brand-new competition for local affiliates to increase participation and make the Open more inclusive and fun.

• A Three-Stage Season: Open → Semifinals → Games, creating a clearer path to success for all divisions.

• In-Affiliate Semifinals: Athletes can now compete at their own affiliates, recording and submitting results under enhanced judging protocols.

• Recognized Qualifying Events: Elite athletes can now use a wider variety of in-person events to qualify for the Games.

Choosing the right speed rope is key for crushing double unders and boosting your performance. We’ve done the research for you!

➡️ Read: 4 Best Jump Ropes for CrossFit (2025)

Not All Speed Ropes Are Created Equal

Want to know what makes a great speed rope? Hear it straight from Elite Jumps CEO Jordan Lindstrom.

Double Under Mastery: Let’s Get to Work!

Mastering double unders is all about the right guidance. We’ve got you covered with essential resources to help you crush your goals.

📖 From the blog: 

Double Under Mastery Series:

• How to Size for Double Unders
• Jumping & Landing Technique
• Proper Hand Placement
• Mastering the Double Under Rhythm

• How To Count Crossovers & Double Unders

Track Your Double Under Progression Like a Pro

Unlock your potential with our 7-step Double Under Program available on the Elite Jumps App. The app is free for iOS and Android users, so download it now and level up your skills.

World Records Are Meant to Be Broken!

Big news: an athlete from India, Praveen Gupta, just smashed a world record using one of our jump ropes! He chose our freestyle handles with a 3.2mm cable to achieve 69 rope crossovers (criss-crosses) backward on one leg in 30 seconds.

He’s now training with our Bullet Comp Speed Rope to break even more records!

Rewriting History: 388 Skips in One Minute

In an astonishing display of speed and precision, Chinese athlete Alapati Yimaier made history in December 2024 by completing 388 skips in just one minute, setting a new Guinness World Records title for the most skips in a single minute.

➡️ Read more: Jump Rope World Records

Pump Up the Energy with the Perfect Playlist

Still looking for motivation after all of this? Jump into the new year with our curated Spotify playlists! With 6 workout-ready playlists, we’ve got the beats to keep you moving.

🎵 Find your playlist: Elite Jumps Spotify

See You Next Month!

Stay tuned for February’s digest, where we’ll bring even more inspiration, tips, and stories from the jump rope community.