How to choose the length of a jump rope according to your height - determine the size

A jump rope can be considered a very affordable and simple in its essence sports equipment, used by both advanced athletes and ordinary people, even those who have just decided to take care of their health and appearance. For all its simplicity, a jump rope is a fairly complete cardio exercise machine that helps you shed unnecessary pounds, keep your muscles toned, improve the condition of your heart and blood vessels, and even lift your spirits! Find out more about the benefits of jumping rope in the article. In addition, it does not take up space in the house, and what’s more, it fits in your pocket! What do you need to know in order to choose the right thing for such a wonderful thing and how not to make a mistake when choosing the length of the rope? Just a few factors. One of them, the most important, is how long the jump rope should be.

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Our article is about how to choose a skipping rope. For this, some simple knowledge will be useful. You definitely need to know how to choose a jump rope for your height, as well as the material it is made of and additional functions, if desired.

Training using a skipping rope is also called “skipping” - (“skipp” means “jump” in English).

So, the very first and most important point of our choice will be the length of the rope according to height . After all, it’s not pleasant if the cable hits your legs during jumps, and this will happen if its length is short. An excessively long jump rope is also bad, as then the rope will drag along the floor, getting tangled and slowing down the training process. It is advisable to exercise with a skipping rope comfortably, profitably and without any unpleasant surprises.

Rope length for beginners

If you are a beginner, start with level 1

(shoulder length) to give yourself enough clearance to pass the rope above your head and under your feet while you learn the basics of jumping technique.
This length will allow you to get lost less often , which is very important for beginners during training. You can read about how to start jumping rope and what exercises are suitable for beginners in my article for beginners.

Cost of sports equipment

You can purchase a jump rope for CrossFit in a specialized store. There you will be provided with competent advice and given a guarantee for the product. It is better for ordinary people to contact an online store after reading reviews from other customers. In this case, consultation can be obtained by telephone.

How much does a jump rope cost? This depends on several factors:

• brand;
• material of manufacture;
• complexity of the design.

The most expensive jumping devices are those produced by professional, world-famous manufacturers. These include the companies Reebok, Adidas, Everlast, Rogue, PCF, RDX. These jump ropes range in price from $25 to $65.

Remember: when buying professional equipment, you pay not only for the brand, but also for the high quality of the product.

The cords of professional jump ropes are highly wear-resistant, and the handles correspond to the anatomical features of the human hand

There are brands that produce sports equipment in a wide price range. Thus, Sasaki jump ropes, used in rhythmic gymnastics, cost from 650 to 3000 rubles.

A gymnastic jump rope allows you to perform various elements without fear of impact.

The price range of jumping devices from Chacott is 750-2,700 rubles, Pastorelli is 600-1,700 rubles. If you need a high-quality jump rope for little money, pay attention to the products of Kettler (300-800 rubles), GREEN HILL (250-700 rubles).

To get a regular simple model, get ready to part with 35-50 rubles.

An ordinary jump rope, which you can buy in a supermarket.

Length of rope for amateur

As your physical fitness improves, your movements will become more correct, the amplitude of arm rotation will decrease, and you will shorten the rope to level 2

(up to the top of your chest). When you use a shorter rope, there is less room for error, and you have to work more accurately with your arms and legs, this helps to
increase the speed of rotation of the rope, which in turn develops coordination of movements and helps reduce reaction time. When used Jump ropes of this length are more convenient for jumping at a faster pace, including double jumps. Most people jump with a length of level 2

Handle materials

Plastic is a common material that is pleasant and comfortable for the hands. However, during training, plastic handles can slip out of your hands.

Neoprene is able to absorb excess moisture, thereby leaving the handle dry and preventing it from slipping out of the hand. The best option.

Wood is a convenient and practical material that does not cause allergies.

Metal is a heavy material that provides additional stress to the muscles of the arms and shoulders. Found in athletic jump ropes.

Important: handles must be free of burrs and cracks. It is desirable that there are notches on the handle that help the palms to better hold the rope. Rubberized handles would also be a good option.

Rope length for a professional

For the most experienced athletes, length level 3

(to the bottom of the chest).
This length allows you to achieve the fastest jumping speeds without sacrificing proper body position and jumping technique. It should be noted that many complex tricks are much more difficult to perform with a long rope than with a short one. Professional athletes use an even shorter rope when jumping at speed.

Rope material

Rubber is a wear-resistant but heavy material. Such jump ropes do not get tangled, but at the same time they are not elastic enough - so straightening after being rolled up will take some time. The length of this rope is adjustable. A good option for experienced athletes.

Leather - such jump ropes have an average weight, rotate well and, like their rubber counterparts, do not tangle. However, their length is not adjustable. Leather jump ropes are widely used among boxers and kickboxers.

Nylon is a lightweight, elastic and soft material. Nylon jump ropes are ideal for beginners, children and those involved in rhythmic gymnastics. Not used for sports training.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - similar in properties to nylon, but its length is difficult to adjust. Has good speed performance. For effective training, you should choose a rope no thinner than 0.8 cm. A good option for beginners and children, as it does not require much effort when rotating.

Silicone is a soft and lightweight material that is well suited for children's jump ropes, fitness classes, fat burning and pre-workout warm-ups. In addition, the length of such jump ropes is adjustable.

Steel – steel cable, often coated with silicone, plastic or PVC. It is characterized by strength, wear resistance and excellent speed performance. Ideal for speed training. However, such a rope is not suitable for complex jumps. In addition, it is the most traumatic.

Rope is a light and cheap, but short-lived material. Suitable for rhythmic gymnastics.

Important: very light and very heavy jump ropes are not suitable for speed training. For beginners and children, it is better to use lightweight jump ropes (rope, nylon, PVC) to avoid injury. You should also remember that a cord that is too light will snag and get tangled.

Length of the rope for a child

For small children who are just learning to jump, the jump rope should be chosen even longer - up to the chin or even up to the ears, because in this case we are not talking about speed, but only about the maximum number of jumps per approach, which is usually measured in several dozen. In addition, a child’s body proportions differ from those of adults, which must also be taken into account when choosing the length of the rope. Teaching a small child to jump rope is not difficult, but you need to know some features that I wrote about in my article on teaching children to jump rope.

Many parents do not always justifiably leave their children a jump rope that is too long as if they were growing up. If you are adjusting the length of the jump rope for a child, make it so that it is comfortable for him to jump now , and not when he grows up. You don’t buy adult clothes for your children, no matter how much you want to save money. Moreover, in some jump ropes it is possible to leave part of the cord in the handle and slightly increase the length when necessary.

Recommendations for selection

Each person chooses a jump rope based on their preferences. However, there are a number of generally accepted, universal requirements for what jump ropes should be:

1. The sports equipment must be in perfect condition (no scratches, chips, threads, etc.).
2. The size of the jump rope must correspond to the height of the athlete.
3. The weight must be selected based on your capabilities, strength and physical fitness.

It is better to choose a jump rope in the sports department. When ordering through catalogs, you need to carefully check the projectile upon receipt from the courier. Before purchasing a jump rope, it is important to understand for what purpose it is needed. You can even select for yourself a number of parameters that the projectile must comply with. Only after this can you go to the sporting goods department. When choosing a projectile, do not hesitate to seek advice from specialists. They will tell you how to choose a jump rope according to the height of an adult or child, and clarify the features of different models. You can also ask to measure whether the jump rope is the right length.

When checking a product before purchasing, you must remove it from the packaging. Be sure to pay attention to:

1. Handles. They should not have any flaws.
2. Cord. Must be whole and strong.
3. Size. You need to choose the length of the rope taking into account the height of the student, or choose an adjustable option if several people will be training.
4. Accessories. The presence of counters and weights is an additional “plus” of the product. In terms of cost, such a jump rope will hardly differ.
5. Smell and color. If the jump rope is too bright in color or smells unpleasant, it is better to discard the model. Such characteristics indicate the possible presence of toxic substances in the product.

The correct selection of an attribute is the key to the effectiveness of exercises. With good equipment it is much more pleasant to practice and get maximum pleasure from the sport. The simplest jumping rope, a familiar attribute of childhood, can give good health, excellent mood and excellent physical shape. The main thing is to practice it regularly and correctly.

The length of the rope must correspond to the height of the athlete

The weight of the projectile is selected depending on your level of physical fitness.

The presence of counters and weights will be an additional advantage of the jump rope

Table of rope length depending on the athlete’s height.

The length of the rope is counted including the handles.

How to choose the right rope: handle material

1. Plastic. A practical and lightweight option with the disadvantage that it slips out of sweaty hands.
2. Neoprene. The best for all categories of athletes. Absorbs moisture, so the handle is always dry and pleasant to the touch.
3. Wood. Also recommended, has the properties of the previous material.
4. Steel. For professionals only: the heavy weight of the handle is necessary to strengthen the wrists.

When talking about which jump rope is better, it is impossible to definitely recommend any one handle material - it all depends on your physical fitness and goals. We only advise you to give up plastic and buy a slightly more expensive option - at least if you decide to take your body seriously. For example, an excellent model from Adidas with soft handles at a price of 1,150 rubles: perfect for beginners and lovers of a sports lifestyle.