jumping rope vs running

[sansoouser]

does jumping rope get you into as good as shape as running? what are the benefits and bad points about each of them? But mostly, which one gets you in better shape?

[battousai16]

running. running works more of the muscles in your legs, heck more of the muscles in your body, and it's a heck of a lot less boring. you don't see pro runners jumping much rope

[monkeygirl]

I would say that jumprope and running don't work the same muscles. They each require different kinds of coordination. I find running to be more difficult for me, but I could jump rope much easier (and no, I'm not talking about 6-year-old-little-girl-in- her-Easter-dress jumproping ).

 

This is just a theory I'm making up on the spot, but it seems logical to me that whichever exercise is more difficult for you (in terms of stamina), will get you in "better" shape, because it will strengthen your weaker area.

 

Can anyone support/disprove this theory?

 

I'm not exactly a fitness expert so I'll leave the rest to the more knowledgeable.

[battousai16]

well, running works the same muscles as jumping rope, and then some. when you run up a hill in cross country or sprinting in track, you have to go up on the balls of your feel and you're getting more or less the same exercise as jumping rope. we do, now that i think of it, jump up and down off of boxes, which i suppose is a more effective rope jumping suppliment

[Martial_Artist]

Jumping rope will get one into shape as good as running. Here are some info and links:

 

"...An unparalleled all-around workout, rope jumping strengthens the heart, muscles, and bones, promotes leanness and improves agility, coordination, timing, rhythm, and explosive power on both sides of the body.

 

...jumping rope burns about 200 calories in 15 minutes--with some variation depending on how fast you go and how much you weigh. And despite concerns that jumping rope is hard on the joints, "it's easier on the knees and hips than running," Solis says, "since you land on the balls of your feet so the calves and shins absorb and control the impact.""

 

http://familyfun.go.com/yourtime/fitness/feature/dony0601bwks_jump/dony0601bwks_jump.html

 

 

 

"It is safe and effective for each and every body type.

 

It is the BEST exercise to rid your body of "cellulite," especially in the lower body.

 

It is the BEST exercise to reshape and make your calves and ankles smaller.

 

It is one of the only exercises that can help eliminate "saddle bags," by jumping with certain techniques / footwork. Click here for different types of footwork.

 

It is a total body workout, utilizing almost every major muscle group, as it works upper and lower body simultaneously.

 

It burns more calories than most aerobic activities like walking, jogging, etc. "

 

http://www.exude.com/jumprope.html#benefits

 

"Question:

 

I'm trying to integrate a new exercise. Will jumping rope help me lose weight?

 

Answer:

 

In 15 minutes of jumping, you can burn 150-200 calories - a high number equivalent to running at an 8- to 10-minute mile pace. As a beginner, don't attempts to jump for 15 consecutive minutes. Instead, do intervals. For instance, jump for 30 seconds, then walk for a minute or two (or until your heart rate recovers) and then jump again for 30 seconds. As you become more fit, gradually increase the length of your jumping intervals and decrease the length of your ""active rest."" To keep your injuries low, only jump about an inch off the ground, and keep your knees bent when you land. "

 

http://www.shape.com/new/expert/exercise.html

 

"Jumping rope is one of the most efficient methods of cardio training. Jumping rope for 10 minutes at a moderate pace is the equivalent to running one mile in 12 minutes, cycling 2 miles in six minutes, swimming a quarter mile in 12 minutes, two sets of tennis or playing an 18-hole golf course."

 

http://www.thesportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1201439&cp=710956.693970&clickid=mainnav_browse_txt&parentPage=family

 

However, jumping rope has its place. It should be a part of a regular workout program, not the staple.

 

Hope that helps.

[monkeygirl]

Nifty! Thanks MA!

[ninjanurse]

In my old school, BB classes did 3 2minute rounds of jump roping for warmup. It is a kick butt way to increase stamina, strength, and coordination-especially footwork! It also works your arms which running does not.

 

[Bretty101]

MA, are you a jumprope salesperson?

 

The ONE big differnece i can see...

 

When you jumprope your legs are never locked out and there is little IMPACT. It's really good for your knees especially if your knee joints are loose from doing dangerous stretching exercises. It does use different muscles and works you in a smaller range.

 

Jogging is just all wrong, loads of impact all in your knee joint, I really wouldn't recommend jogging with an extensive leg stretching regime. Your knees will not thank you for it.

 

You may have guessed i have really sensitive knees!

 

Bretty

[Martial_Artist]

HAHA, nope not a jumprope salesperson. Not even close.

[White_Tiger]

DO BOTH!!! Cross train. That way you won't get bored. Alternate days, but have a good plan before starting so you are not just haphazardly working out.

 

Good luck!