skipping..
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I got to learn abt skipping as a good form of cardio and overall reducer in 1 of the workout classes I go to. Been doing it for 6 mths, and indeed find my cardio improve significantly. It sounds easy, but when you are physically on the jump rope, it can be very exhaustive. Just wonder if skipping can be attempted by the more elderly group? Or for people with back problems (since skipping uses more shint and calves muscles and landing is on ball of feet, should be ok?)
Icy -
Personally, i think that skipping quite harsh on the my shin... so i don't do much of it....
I also feel that one should cross train... there are benefits in diff type of exercise... just focusing on one type of exercise like running/skipping etc etc is not optimal.
why don't u "rotate" a bit, like skipping, swimming, light wt-training, yoga etc... -
I do engage in several types of sports - like swimming, gym, pilates, kickboxing, martial arts, dancing..etc
Just tat it is quite difficult to convince my older folks to go such places so i thought a skipping rope is easier since they can do it any where.... -
Oh.. ok. for older folks.... how old are they? and did they engage in sports all these time....
personally, i find skipping quite intense... and hi-impact... not sure if old folks can engage in it,,, esp when they didn't ex b4. -
Just a note of caution:Originally posted by Icy_blue:I got to learn abt skipping as a good form of cardio and overall reducer in 1 of the workout classes I go to. Been doing it for 6 mths, and indeed find my cardio improve significantly. It sounds easy, but when you are physically on the jump rope, it can be very exhaustive. Just wonder if skipping can be attempted by the more elderly group? Or for people with back problems (since skipping uses more shint and calves muscles and landing is on ball of feet, should be ok?)
Icy
All the jumping might not be good for the elderly who have knee problems as it could unnecessarily add further stress to their knee ligaments.
It is always good to check with one's doctor or physician first before embarking on any strenous exercise. -
its better to jump on soft ground and with sport shoes on.
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Although skipping is an excellent cardio exercise, it is not advisable for people with joints and back problems.
However, if you are older, in good physical condition, then skipping is one exercise that will give you a good workout. It not only strengthens your entire cardio vascular system, it toughens up your bones too. You may want to supplement with Glucosamine for joint protection though