If you haven’t picked up a jump rope since your school days, you’re in for a surprise. Jumping rope packs the same intensity as an 8-minute-mile run or a 20-mile-per-hour bike ride.

Below are 10 of the best jump rope workouts I recommend for weight loss, each with step-by-step instructions, including sets and reps. Adding these jump rope workouts to your fitness routine can ...

When it comes to working on power with battle ropes, that means moving through each rep fast and hard. “With battle ropes, it’s all about intention in speed and power,” Sung says.

“However, I did feel that my skips were much more fluid and efficient – I could get more reps in without tripping over the rope ... data in midair as you jump, as well as report your session ...