Exercise is great; we all know that. But honestly, who has an hour a day to devote to it?
Enter: jump roping.
It’s no longer the playground, double-dutch, summer-time hobby that we all thought it was; it’s sharp, professional and competitive. Plus, it’s a killer workout, and some of the best jumpers in the world attend the Ohio State University.
Some reasons to try it:
• It’s cheap. You honestly probably already have one at home from first grade, but if you don’t, it’ll only set you back $10-$25 depending on the quality you want.
• It’s mobile. You can do it basically everywhere – hardwoods, rubberized flooring or even carpet.
• Burns a ton of calories. Ten minutes of jump roping burns about 130 calories!
• You’ll see results. Jumping rope builds agility, speed, balance, coordination and also tones your lower body.
The Jump Rope Club at the Ohio State University is a relatively new organization at just two years old, but they’ve got hops! Even Ellen DeGeneres thinks so! The club has been featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, CNN, TEDx and at the Arnold Sports Festival. The club was recently honored by the World Jump Rope Federation as the first college jump rope team according to Club President, Tori Boggs.
The club is open to beginners and jumpers of all ages, but boasts U.S. National and World champions as members and trainers. Each practice looks a little different, but incorporates break dancing, jump roping, tumbling, power and speed for an all-over workout that torches calories.
If you’re interested to joining The Jump Rope Club, they have three practices a week, but none are mandatory. Monday evenings are the main practices taking place from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the RPAC Upper Gym. Wednesdays and Fridays practice is held in the Union from 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m., just follow the signs.
