That skipping rope you’ve tossed into the corner? It’s time to pick it up. Like many, I’ve read about the numerous benefits of skipping but still opted for the treadmill every time. But why is that?

Like many of us, the 2020 lockdown was a wake-up call for Pratul Maheshwari. Mumbai-based Maheshwari, 31, weighing in at 106kgs, had a packed schedule that involved plenty of travel, before everything ...

The good news about skipping is — well, almost everything. It's an incredibly effective, portable, and time-efficient workout. It's excellent cardio, strengthens your lower body and arms, amps up bone ...

You’d be forgiven for thinking that only boxers dedicate time to skipping but we strongly suggest you reconsider as it can offer your cardio fitness hope on a rope. It’s a challenging aerobic workout ...

While many of us may remember skipping as something we did as children, the pastime has regained popularity during the pandemic as a way of keeping fit. Not only is jumping rope a fun, affordable and ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 25, 2019 Add ...

My Navy buddy, Dave Hunt, created the Crossrope (a system of weighted jump ropes and handles that are interchangeable for different workouts). He helped create a jump rope workout for us. I never had ...