| | When I was in third grade, I was one of the best jump ropers in PE class. In fact, my friends practically begged me to be on their team because of my incredible endurance...also, I could remember all the jump rope rhymes (which only added to one's jump roping reputation back in the day). Today, I could probably jump rope for approximately 15 seconds before realizing that, A) A third grade body hasn't had any injuries or surgeries or the feeling that something (and something important) is going to fall out/fall apart with the onset of high impact movement, and B) That jumping rope is hard. In honor of my third grade self and the fact that my adult self needs more time to build that third-grade endurance (if that's even possible), I created a jump rope circuit workout that involves short jump roping sections (and I stress the word short ) with other exercises thrown in so you can work on your jumping while also working on whole body strength and endurance. Jump roping rhymes aren't included, but are highly encouraged. | | Workout of the Week: Jump Rope Circuit Workout The jump rope is one of the most versatile pieces of fitness equipment around, but I often see it hanging on the wall at the gym every day, dangling and... Read more | Best Fat Burning Exercises A few weeks ago, I posted a blog in which I stated that the real way to burn fat was with the following: Consistent cardio and strength training. As... Read more | Exercise and Weight Loss Lesson of the Week: Sometimes you have to fake it I've never really liked the phrase, 'fake it till you make it' - The idea that acting the way you want to be will make it easier to eventually be... Read more | Vote: Would You Rather... Things have been rather dull around here lately, now that spring break is over and everyone's back to work and back at the whole exercise and diet thing. Us exercisers, whether we're trying to lose weight, maintain or just get something (anything) going, tend to take ourselves pretty seriously....Read more | | | | Exercise Ads | | | | Featured Articles | | | | More from About.com | | | | | | Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More>
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