what does jump rope do for you in boxing/muay thai training?
In Boxing and Muay Thai, jump rope (skipping) seems to play an important role in training. What is it for?
Cardio, Muscular Endurance, Timing, hand eye coordination and work on footwork.
First it build up endurance in your legs, which is the very important for fighting, as you are constantly moving and changing levels with you legs.
Second it is a good solid cardio exercise, builds wind.;
Third: It allows you to develop a rythm and sense of timing, this helps you learn how to establish a tempo when fighting, or working at a level that you can maintain comfortably throughout a round.
Fourth: It builds coordination and body control, essential for learning and refining techniques. It also allows you to work on moving and footwork.
Fifth: It is a great way to warm up.
There are other benefits but that is pretty much the major points.
Rawai Muay Thai young boxer Elias (Algeria): 27 July 2011
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