The post "How to Master the Double Under Cross" on Elite Jumps provides valuable tips and techniques to improve the skill of double unders with a cross. It offers step-by-step guidance and useful drills to help athletes master this advanced jump rope maneuver effectively.
Why is it that so many people can get 1 …. 2 …. maybe 3 double unders in a row, but struggle to string together a whole set? It is such a joy to see athletes try this simple experimentation and finally get it!
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Proper jump rope technique makes a world of difference when attempting double unders. Not only is your jumping form crucial but where you place your hands can be instrumental in reducing the amount of effort needed to complete double unders.
The key point is to keep your hands close to your hips and slightly in front of your body.
Timing is everything in jump rope, and mastering rope control will give you complete control over your rhythm. If you are struggling with the timing for double unders it is important to simplify the movement in order to isolate its different elements.
In this article, we will identify where you want the rope to be when you start your jump, walk through three basic exercises for practicing rhythm, and explain a common phrase used in jump rope, called “jump rope feedback.”
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