Updated December 24th, 2019 at 11:33 IST

Fitness: Essential benefits of skipping that you must be aware of

Fitness has gained massive importance in our lives. It is a very important exercise. Read to know more about the health benefits of skipping. Here they are.

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Fitness today has gained massive importance in our lives. With the increase in junk eating and normalcy of the takeout culture, it has become imperative for fitness and workout to be a huge part of our routine. Many people have switched to various types of diets like keto, Vegan, Paleo, South Beach, Raw Food, etc. Having a diet does help but it would be of no use if a good workout is not a part of your routine. When thinking of workouts, many people simply do not seem to find a suitable time. Long workouts that require one to go to the gym or take a yoga or pilates class can sometimes be very difficult. Such times demand workouts that are not only easy but fun to do as well. Skipping is one such activity that is not only easy but fun to do as well. 

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Benefits of Skipping daily

Skipping requires almost nothing but the skipping rods and a well-motivated mindset. Skipping rods are easy to carry and can fit almost anywhere; they are inexpensive and one can do it for even just about 10 minutes. Skipping is that one activity that involves all parts of your body to move simultaneously ensuring you get a full-body workout. Some other lesser-known facts about skipping are that it helps in gaining a strong leg strength, improves stamina, coordination, bone strength, helps in maintaining a good balance, improves agility and cardiovascular fitness. 

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How to Skip and improve your Health

The above-mentioned benefits of skipping get one strongly motivated to start skipping right away but certain guidelines must be thought through before you start. In order to skip well and have a good balance, one must keep three important things in mind. Firstly, one needs to have the right kind of shoes for any sort of workout. When it comes to skipping, one needs to wear cross-training shoes that have additional cushioning to them. These will protect your feet against any sort of damage. Next, one must ensure that the length of the rope is fit for your height; it must not be too long or too short. Lastly, one must be careful of the surface you skip on. The surface could be a carpet or a sprung gym floor or an exercise mat. The right kind of surface will protect your leg against any sort of body problems.

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Published December 24th, 2019 at 09:44 IST