Bodyweight Skipping
Description
Bodyweight skipping mimics the skipping motion of a jump rope without using a rope. With small light hops on the balls of the feet and arm circles miming the rope, you elevate the heart rate quickly and build calf endurance. It is a strong choice when you have no rope or limited space.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Bodyweight Skipping Instructions
- Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, soft bend in the knees.
- Bring your hands out to your sides at hip level as if holding rope handles.
- Stay on the balls of your feet.
- Brace your core.
- Hop lightly off both feet, jumping a few inches off the floor.
- Make small circular wrist motions to mime turning a rope.
- Land softly on the balls of the feet.
- Continue at a steady skipping pace.
Bodyweight Skipping Form & Visual
Bodyweight Skipping Benefits
- No rope required
- Mimics jump rope cardio
- Builds calf endurance
- Elevates heart rate quickly
- Useful for warmups and circuits
- Easy on the joints with light landings
Bodyweight Skipping Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Quadriceps
Bodyweight Skipping Variations & Alternatives
- Jump Rope
- Jumping Jacks
- High Knees
- Pogo Hops
