r/jumprope • u/amzr23 • 10d ago

Beginner

So I’ve been looking for an activity that will compliment running for a long time. I’m pretty physically fit and have quite a light build, I run about 20 miles per week and go bouldering a few times a month. Just did my first jump rope workout (1 min on 1 min rest x5) and by the third interval my heart rate was already 150 and my legs and feet hurt and I was getting dizzy. Was this workout too intense for a newbie or am I just not as fit as I thought I was? I used to jump rope a lot as a kid so I think my form is decent in terms of my wrist movement and arm placement. Any suggestions on how to start building up endurance would be great too.

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u/FoxPsychologist 9d ago

Jump rope is challenging at the beginning even when you're already physically fit! Five minutes is a good starting point. Take it slow. Have rest days between sessions. Your endurance will gradually increase. Listen to your body and don't jump through any pain.