Aerospeed Hyperperformance Jump Rope

If you liked Tuesday's post and workout idea, here is a great resource for you. Depending on how seriously you take rope jumping and where you want to go with it, the type of jump rope you invest in makes a difference. There are many ropes on the market with different price ranges.

The Aerospeed Hyperperformance Jump Rope is one in the higher price range, with Buddy Lee (the Olympian) having been the co-inventor and patent holder. What you get is one powerful rope. The cord is adjustable and is suitable for people up to 6’5". The rope cord is made from high quality synthetic material, but is very thin (about 1/8") to allow for perfect aerodynamics and exceptional speed (after many hours of training). The handles are made of aluminum and are covered with black neoprene sleeves for easy grip. The jumping rope also has a patented swivel bearing system that allows you to jump really quickly and smoothly.

Overall, this is a top notch jumping rope for the more serious and advanced jumper.

Where to buy: www.amazon.com (you can find less fancy jump ropes here as well)

Review - Jump Rope Training for Weight Loss and Toning

Have you tried jumping rope recently? As a child, jumping rope was effortless, we all just did it. Now, jumping rope is hard work and I can feel every jump. I am fairly fit, but rope jumping really gets your heart racing and your muscles in your legs screaming. But like everything, the more you do it, the easier it gets - and it really starts to feel like so much fun, just like when you were 10 years old! And jumping rope is a perfect fitness workout to tone your body, increase your performance in other sports and strengthen your muscles, in addition to shedding some body weight. And why not make this a family affair? Grab a couple of ropes, and join your kids for some great exercise fun!

Jump Rope Training for Weight Loss and Toning with Buddy Lee is a DVD that'll teach you jump techniques to achieve the best workout. Only 5 to 10 minutes a day will get you fit - you will lose weight and feel great and more toned. It starts at a beginner level and works its way up to advanced jumpers, increasing your jumping skills. However, this DVD is not a structured workout you can follow like other workout DVDs. It is more like Buddy Lee giving instructions on how to jump. This might not appeal to everybody.

Overall, if you want to learn the tricks of jumping rope and take it to the next level, Buddy Lee passes on his knowledge on the DVD. If, on the other hand, you are looking to follow a set workout, then this probably wouldn't be the right video for you.

Where to buy: www.amazon.com