Bored with your current cardio workout? A long 30 minute jog or bike ride can get really repetitive. There are faster and more effective ways to have a good cardio workout. That’s by jumping rope. You may have used a jump rope in elementary school as a kid. Well let me tell you, it’s not just for kids! Here’s a couple of reasons why you should incorporate a jump rope session into your next training day.

Most cardio equipment can range from a few hundred dollars up to a few thousand. You can pick up a jump rope in your local store for around $10 or less. For a piece of cardio equipment that is a pretty killer price. You can pick one up from any sporting goods or fitness store. You may also be able to find one in a department store. You don’t need to get the leather ones that boxers use. A cheap plastic one will work just as good. You can usually find these ones for just a couple of bucks.

You can use your new jumprope almost anywhere. They are great for using at home either indoors or outside. You can also take them to a local park or to the gym. Put it in your day bag and bring it along wherever you go. They are also great for sneaking in a quick cardio workout on your lunch break.

Just make sure that when using it indoors, the ceiling is high enough that the rope doesn’t hit it. The typical 8 or 9 foot ceiling won’t be high enough unless you are really short. For home use you are better off jumping rope outdoors or in your garage.

Until you’ve tried it, you won’t believe how quickly a jump rope will get your heart pumping. Start off with short workouts and build up over the course of a week or two. Just 5 or 10 minutes will do it. You’ll be sweating like a maniac and panting for breath by the end!

Give jumping rope a try. They’re really inexpensive and you’ll get a great cardio workout that is also fun.

Sheila Jonstone enjoys writing about a wide range of topics besides finance. Her latest website is all about laser levels. Find out more about how to find the best laser level for your home projects and learn about the Johnson laser level lineup.

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