Jump Rope Digest: May 2025 | #News
May 29, 2025Jordan Lindstrom
Welcome to your monthly dose of jump rope inspiration from Elite Jumps. This month brought us celebrity breakthroughs, scientific validation of jump rope's effectiveness, and exciting developments in competitive jumping. Let's explore what's new in our world of rope.
Catch up on previous editions:
🎬 From Broadway to Beads: Hugh Jackman’s Jump Rope Win
Yes, it's May—and we're still not over Wolverine performing a dance jump rope routine with our Freestyle Beaded Rope…
Hugh Jackman on Instagram
But it’s easy to miss the bigger picture: Hugh Jackman just gave us all a masterclass in perseverance. His dedication to learning jump rope paid off in the best way. After months of training with coach Beth Lewis, the Wolverine star crushed his routine—just five days after joking on The View that he still hadn’t nailed it.
Watch Hugh's Triumphant Instagram Post
His journey reflects what we tell all our athletes: persistence and proper coaching lead to real progress. Khasan Brailsford, one of the incredible dancers performing with Hugh Jackman in the From New York With Love crew, proves this in his own training videos with Elite Jumps gear, showing how technique and consistency turn beginners into masters.
🏃Jump Rope vs Cardio Machines: Science Has Spoken
We’ve always said that jumping rope is one of the most efficient forms of cardio. Now we’ve got the data to prove it.
Combining data from the Compendium of Physical Activities with findings from a recent jump rope study we commissioned, our analysis reveals:
- Advanced jump rope techniques reach a MET level of 12.3—the same intensity as running a 7-minute mile
- Jump rope burns more calories than ellipticals, stationary bikes, and many treadmill workouts
- It delivers a high return on effort with minimal equipment
The right rope makes all the difference:
- Speed ropes help build endurance
- Beaded ropes sharpen rhythm and flow
- Weighted ropes combine cardio and strength for full-body conditioning
Want the full breakdown? Read our science-backed guide: How Jump Rope Compares to Common Cardio Machines
🔩 Weighted Ropes = Your Secret Weapon (Trainer-Approved)
Kyle Easter, coach and founder of the Jump15 YouTube channel, dropped a must-watch video on why the 1.5 lb Muay Thai 3.0 weighted rope is a powerhouse.
Here’s what you need to know:
- It can create up to 50 lbs of centrifugal force, activating muscles across your upper body
- Helps improve timing, rotation speed, and body control
- Builds the strength and power needed for mastering double and triple unders
- You don’t need long sessions to feel the burn
If you’re looking to build skill and strength at the same time, a weighted rope might be your next best training partner. Explore our Weighted Ropes Collection.
🛍️ Product Highlights: Mats, Gym Sets & USA Ropes!
• Back in Stock: Premium Mats + New 6mm PVC Cord Colors
Protect your ropes—and your joints—with our durable, non-slip Jump Rope Mats, now available again after high demand.
Even better: our 6mm PVC cords will soon be back in stock in brand-new colors.. Whether you're replacing a worn-out cord or mixing up your style, you can now buy the cords separately as parts.
• Enhanced Gym Pack Collection
You asked for versatility. We delivered.
The updated Gym Pack can now be purchased with 4 different sets:
- 2.4mm Speed Cable (Double Unders)
- 3.2mm Speed Cable (Durable Double Unders)
- 4mm PVC Cord (Fitness/Freestyle)
- 1" Beaded Cord (General Fitness)
• Celebrate with USA Flag Ropes 🇺🇸
Show your patriotic spirit while training with our special edition ropes, perfect for summer events and competitions.
The Competitive Edge: Jump Rope at the Highest Level
With AMJRF Nationals (June 29–July 3) and IJRU Worlds (July 27–Aug 3) on the horizon, competitive rope is heating up.
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a good speed judge? Watch the video and count those speed steps—we reveal the correct number at the end.
Triple Unders Until You Drop: In some events, jumpers go head-to-head until only one is left standing. (Yes, it’s intense.)
Want to dive a little deeper into the world of competitive jumping rope? Last Sunday, May 25th, AMJRF hosted a live YouTube event featuring our Director of Education, Devin Meek, and the 3x National Champion, 4x World Champion, and inventor of the MIC, Mike Fry. They both reviewed the US Trials that took place earlier this year in preparation for the World Championship.
💪 Your Summer Jump Rope Challenge
Whether you're training for competition, improving your fitness, or discovering the joy of jump rope, we challenge you to make this your most active summer yet. Remember Hugh Jackman's journey - every master was once a beginner.
Stay connected for more training tips, gear updates, and jump rope inspiration. Who knows - maybe we'll be featuring your breakthrough story next month.
The Elite Jumps Team
Have jump rope news we should feature? Tag @elitejumpsco or share your story with our community.
P.S. Count those jumps in the speed video? The answer: 30 on the right foot—61 total—with the last landing on the left.
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