I ve done double under with it before so every time i go to my rope i know it s going to be the right rope for me.
Double under rope size.
The handles should come up to the base of your armpit.
Step on the rope with feet centered.
While you jump focus only on flicking your wrist as quickly as possible so you can eventually turn the rope twice in one jump.
In this video i ll explain some tips to size your speed rope so you can use it in.
I get asked all the time for my recommendation on jump ropes.
So you ve just gotten a new speed rope and want to size it properly.
I know the weight.
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These are the jump ropes i bring to my double under clinics and recommend based on skill level and price.
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The perfect length is anywhere between 12 24 inches 1ft 2ft between the jumper s head and the rope as it passes over.
A heavier rope 4 5 ounces will also help you develop your double under muscles.
How do i select and size a jump rope for double unders.
To get the rope length just right for double unders we recommend rope lengths as determined by the clearance of the rope over your head when jumping.
The 1 problem i see when people start double unders is that they try to make their arms look like giant windmills.
How to pick your rope.
The optimum length for double unders is 6 to 10 over your head.
Bonus double under jump rope tip.
They re super fast they re super fun and the ability to mix and match your components will leave you with a jump rope as unique as you are.
Sure knocking out 100 unbroken might not be feasible with a heavier jump rope but practicing with a heavy rope will make spinning a speed rope even easier down the line.
Ideal length is 6 12 inches 5ft 1ft between the jumper s head and the rope as it passes over.
So with the wod nation rope i ve cut it to my size.
Once you can consistently do 100 single unders in a row advance to the double under by practicing a higher jump that will give you more airtime.
A jump rope that is too long will be sloppy and take too much effort to turn.