I heard that skipping is just as effective as running when it comes to losing fat, any truth in this?
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I heard that skipping is just as effective as running when it comes to losing fat, any truth in this?
I'm just trying to get this clear, your title says jump rope, but your post says skipping.
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So, which one are you asking about?
Brits call Jumping rope skipping, there is no difference
[QUOTE=Behemoko;133391231]I'm just trying to get this clear, your title says jump rope, but your post says skipping.
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So, which one are you asking about?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=GuybrushThreepwood;133390421]I heard that skipping is just as effective as running when it comes to losing fat, any truth in this?[/QUOTE]
Jumping rope is one of the most efficient methods of cardio training. Jumping rope for 10 minutes at a moderate pace is the equivalent to running one mile in 12 minutes, cycling 2 miles in six minutes, swimming a quarter mile in 12 minutes, two sets of tennis or playing an 18-hole golf course.
Depends on your goals. I like to alternate both because I do karate. Jumping rope is a bit more of a challege I think though with running you can end up just crusing along where jumping rope you have to keep jumping every rotation or else you trip!
[QUOTE=GuybrushThreepwood;133390421]I heard that skipping is just as effective as running when it comes to losing fat, any truth in this?[/QUOTE]
Yep, it's also a bit harder to do.
this just reminded me to go buy a kipping rope... I just have this nagging feeling in my head that my chest is really going to hurt from skipping :o
That really depends on how well you can jump rope haha :D If you can only jump a few times in a row, that'll be pretty much entirely anaerobic, but good plyometric training I guess. If you can jumprope continuously for about 20 minutes, then you can compare it to running. Running is aerbic endurance training though. Since they're two different types of training it's really better to see how they fit with your goals (specificity!).
Ross Training FTW!
[url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD3uicAYtdw&feature=related[/url]
Jump rope, run, hop, or skip, just get that heart rate elevated.
Sounds like an excellent cardio workout (rainy days, **** weather, before bed/morning).
Skipping also helps coordination of muscles.
Thanks for the replies guys, yeah I can jump rope/skip. Can do 100+ easy without tripping up :D
Should it be treated the same as running as in doing it between 40 - 55 minutes?
I ran 4 miles for 42 mins and I did 3 sets of Jump Rope for 4 mins at a time. I was more tired from the jump rope than the running. So, I would say using the jump rope is harder and less strain on the body.
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Should it be treated the same as running as in doing it between 40 - 55 minutes?[/QUOTE]
You're in some kinda shape if you can accomplish this without stopping.
Always push it to the limit. So you can ensure maximum progress.
I bought a speed rope last night and gave it a go after lifting. I might have done about 100 skips or something. it wasn't that taxing but I whipped my own backside with the rope a couple of times. :o painful!!!! :(
I like the rope especially because you can do it in your own home , i mostly like to skip in intervals like 100 skips fast rest 30 sec repeat 10 times , or even tabata works good with skipping
[QUOTE=wc632;133532571]You're in some kinda shape if you can accomplish this without stopping.[/QUOTE]
Hell yeah I was gonna say.
Skipping, if done properly ala Mike Tyson style, is incredibly intense cardio workout, in fact it only becomes cardio after you develop significant skill in it. To skip for 20 minutes non-stop is a considerable achievement. Personally, I (Who used to be into running) can run for miles and miles, obviously not sprint though. When it comes to skipping, I hit my max around 10 minutes straight, and I consider this to be very good :/
Generally speaking, interval training of around 2-3 minutes, rest a minute, and carry on etc. are best with skipping.
[QUOTE=TroJon;134323111]Hell yeah I was gonna say.
Skipping, if done properly ala Mike Tyson style, is incredibly intense cardio workout, in fact it only becomes cardio after you develop significant skill in it. To skip for 20 minutes non-stop is a considerable achievement. Personally, I (Who used to be into running) can run for miles and miles, obviously not sprint though. When it comes to skipping, I hit my max around 10 minutes straight, and I consider this to be very good :/
Generally speaking, interval training of around 2-3 minutes, rest a minute, and carry on etc. are best with skipping.[/QUOTE]
that guy is godly.
Skip for a min, box for 2 sounds good cuz with boxing you have more control over intensity.
Skipping as i know is just killer.
I have always felt as if the more movement out of our body the better. Ex: When sprinting you are basically using all of your muscles as compared to skipping (or jumping rope) where ou are bouncing up and down. Any method you choose to keep in shape is a good method. I once knew a guy who incorporated cart wheels into his regimen. He was jacked.
[QUOTE=izaktj;133484511]Skipping also helps coordination of muscles.[/QUOTE]
Yep
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When it comes to skipping, I hit my max around 10 minutes straight, and I consider this to be very good :/
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Agreed, not too many people can do that.
I hit my foot about once or twice every five minutes which is great improvement than when I started. I'm also trying to throw in the crossing, and double-unders, and sprinting which is still pretty slow into the whole mix.
id say skipping much better. (skipping like a boxer, not a 6 year old girl) - also skipping helps your balance and also hits abs, arms, CALFS, etc
I just started jump roping since my local gold's put in a boxing room and I love it... speed it up, slow it down, switch legs, go forward, move backward, it's all good. I was able to cross over for the first time yesterday after the millions of welts on my shins :)
I'd say skipping you become very accustomed to it if you just skip normally.
I've boxed and thai boxed for years and I could skip for hours, you have to vary the intensity, and try doing cross overs and by your side, then try doing them at a fast speed, you'll reach a point where you have to do this to feel some sort of burnout
I agree with nForced... I find skipping easier than running, but I'm not really known as the most efficient runner, lol.