Jumping rope can improve your cardiovascular health, build muscle, and burn calories. It can also help with coordination, balance, and bone density.
Cardiovascular health Lowers blood pressure, Improves cardiovascular fitness, and Reduces the risk of heart disease.
Muscle strength
Strengthens muscles in your arms, back, shoulders, hamstrings, and abs
Increases muscle activation
Bone density Increases bone mineral density and Prevents osteoporosis.
Coordination and balance
Improves coordination and balance between your hands and feet
Strengthens the synchronization between your eyes, hands, and feet
Weight loss Burns calories and Helps with weight loss.
Other benefits
Improves concentration and stamina
Reduces stress and depression
Improves speed and footwork
Improves body posture
Trains motor skills
Elevates body control
Makes any physical task easier to achieve with greater precision, in time
The American College of Sports Medicine says that intense forms of exercise like jumping rope can increase your bone density.