Double Under Rope Size

So you ve just gotten a new speed rope and want to size it properly.

Double under rope size.

While you jump focus only on flicking your wrist as quickly as possible so you can eventually turn the rope twice in one jump. We ve got the sliders set properly. I ve done double under with it before so every time i go to my rope i know it s going to be the right rope for me. I get asked all the time for my recommendation on jump ropes.

Once you can consistently do 100 single unders in a row advance to the double under by practicing a higher jump that will give you more airtime. They re super fast they re super fun and the ability to mix and match your components will leave you with a jump rope as unique as you are. Step on the rope with feet centered. So with the wod nation rope i ve cut it to my size.

Swinging your entire arm is inefficient and you look plain dumb. The optimum length for double unders is 6 to 10 over your head. The handles should come up to the base of your armpit. Ideal length is 6 12 inches 5ft 1ft between the jumper s head and the rope as it passes over.

The perfect length is anywhere between 12 24 inches 1ft 2ft between the jumper s head and the rope as it passes over. You ve found the best custom jump ropes for double unders. How do i select and size a jump rope for double unders. The 1 problem i see when people start double unders is that they try to make their arms look like giant windmills.

How to pick your rope. You want to learn the weight of one rope and the way it works. In my 20 years as a jump rope competitor and coach i ve worked with thousands of athletes looking to improve their skill with double unders. To get the rope length just right for double unders we recommend rope lengths as determined by the clearance of the rope over your head when jumping.

Check out all our other wod training videos. A heavier rope 4 5 ounces will also help you develop your double under muscles. In this video i ll explain some tips to size your speed rope so you can use it in. Bonus double under jump rope tip.

Sure knocking out 100 unbroken might not be feasible with a heavier jump rope but practicing with a heavy rope will make spinning a speed rope even easier down the line.