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Skipping is recognised as one of the best ways to keep fit, lose weight and burn calories. It is cheap, fun and can be done at home, at the gym, with a partner or in groups. Skipping ropes are also known as jump ropes and come in all lengths, colours and materials. Specialist stores will stock everything you need to get started. The most popular rope is the PVC speed rope and the most popular length is 9ft. see the size guide below to see which length would suit your height. Up to 4ft 10" - 7ft rope 4ft 11" - 5ft 5" - 8ft rope 5ft 6" - 6ft 0" - 9ft rope 6ft 1" - 6ft 6" - 10ft rope Once you have found the right length rope and you feel comfortable with it, it's time to start your work out. One basic work out to begin with is to skip for one minute, counting the amount of skips you do in that minute. The aim of this work out is for you to eventually double the amount of skips you started off with, this could take two or three weeks but during this time, you will be getting fitter, stronger and better at skipping. Once you have doubled the amount you started with, it's time to move onto a different, more testing work out. Always train hard and drink plenty of water during and after your workouts. Visit specialist online store skipping-ropes 4 U where you will find a range of quality skipping ropes, articles and work outs for all your skipping needs.
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