
As we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025, it’s natural to start thinking about what we want to achieve in the new year. Stop drinking, read more, lose weight, etc., etc. Whether it’s adopting healthier habits, learning new skills, or staying consistent with our passions, the possibilities are endless. But here’s the catch: how often do we actually follow through?

After you’ve conquered your workout with a basic jump rope, chances are you’ll want to transition to either a speed or weighted version. There are a few main differences between the two that you should be aware of as you make your decision.

If you’re new to jumping rope, or just considering dipping your toes back in for the first time since your days on the playground, here are our top five recommendations for quickly getting the hang of jump roping.

It's a common problem: kinks or memory coils in your PVC jump rope cord. Have kinks? No problem! This may sound extreme, but trust us: boil your rope.

You have over 100 different muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your feet. That's a lot of amount of muscle fiber in and around your foot. When you wear shoes, all this muscle fiber around your arches and foot structure is bound and rearranged according to the fit of the shoe. This "binding" is exacerbated when you exercise, which leads to numerous health related injuries and ailments.