Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Are Jump rope Exercises Good for your Feet?

You might be most familiar with jumping rope being a part of boxing, seeing boxers train and get ready with intense sessions of jump rope in the gym. There is a reason why – it is a legitimate form of exercise that offers many benefits.

Foot specialist in Houston, TX, Dr. Jeff Bowman is highly concerned with his patients’ foot and whole body health. When it comes to jump rope exercises, there are many reasons for adding it to your routine and a few warnings as well to keep feet safe.

Here are some tips to get the most out of jump roping and stay injury free:
  • Wear appropriate shoes for support and shock absorption. If choosing to go barefoot, be aware of any strain on your feet.
  • Stay light on the balls of your feet and aim to jump no more than an inch from the surface. 
  • Wherever you choose to jump rope, make sure it is a flat surface that is free from anything that could cause you to trip. 
  • The repeated jumping and landing in the same spot could cause some stress on your feet and ankles, especially if you are on concrete or an unforgiving surface. Change up your routine to move side-to-side and forward and back to allow other joints to absorb some of the pressure.
Jumping rope is not only a great cardiovascular exercise but it also strengthens muscle groups that support your feet, ankles and knees. When this occurs, you help to reduce your risk of injury. As with any exercise, take caution if you are new to the equipment or notice unusual pain or symptoms from doing jump rope. Contact Dr. Bowman with any questions or to make an appointment for your foot pain. Call our podiatric office at (713) 467-8886 or visit us at www.houstonfootspecialists.com.

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5 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Thank you for sharing this post. I found it very informative and helpful. I have been wanting to involve jump rope in my fitness routine for some time now. I never realized how many different exercises you can do with a jump rope. After reading this, I will start jumping rope during my work out.

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  2. UnknownJuly 26, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    Yes jump rope exercises are good for our feet and we should do this effective workout safely to stay injury free. Great advices!!!back and neck pain bergen county , low back pain bergen county

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  5. Ben WilliamsOctober 7, 2022 at 5:57 AM

    Skipping rope is a challenging exercise which needs the feet not to feel beaten up. It requires keen interest, time and money investment to buy shoes. Stable, lightweight, efficient grip and well ventilated skin are some of the best features that someone seeks in shoes for jumping rope.

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