I'm a female and new to speed jump roping, but I didn't want a cheap starter rope. Here are some factors as to why I purchased this rope and why you may end up loving it too:
1) QUALITY: If you like to invest in workout accessories that are well-made, this is your rope! While I'm new to this, I know good quality when I see it, and this rope is superior in quality even in comparison to ropes I checked out in stores. There aren’t many times when something arrives in the mail and ends up being a higher-quality than you expected - this was one of those rare experiences for me.
2) FUNCTION: I love the rope-locking function, it's brilliant. Sure, you need wire cutters to make the rope the correct size for you, but that's no big deal. Everyone should invest in a decent pair of wire cutters for their tool box as it always comes in handy!
3) LOOKS (important to me because I’m female, duh): It’s sleek-looking, yet a good weight and very slim. Fits great in any bag, and I know it will look nice and new for a very long time!
4) JEALOUSY: Looking to make your husband jealous? Pick one of these up and use it, he’ll be jealous and want one too. The nice thing is, it’s perfectly sized for only me and he’s too tall so he can’t steal it! Sucker :)
5) OVERALL HEALTH: On a serious note, I had no idea jumping rope was so good for you as an overall body workout. My first time using this I was dying in no time flat and couldn’t get more than a few jumps in without messing up. In a few days, my coordination improved and I pretty much had it down in no time looking like I at least knew what I was doing. I love all the different variations of jumps you can do, and I’m mixing it up and doing intervals to prolong my attention to it. According to some science study I read somewhere: jumping rope for 10 minutes is the equivalent to running an 8-minute mile. I hope this is true because that's kinda cool.
TWO TIPS THAT MAY BE HELPFUL TO YOU (Male or Female):
TIP 1 - JUMP ROPE TRAINING VIDEOS: If the link for the free jump rope mastering videos ($15 value) isn’t working, simply send them an email. They were super helpful and kindly explained that they had been experiencing some website issues at one point. They also responded back to me in less than 24 business hours and were able to provide me with the videos easily and quickly!
TIP 2 - JUMP ROPE SIZING: I didn’t know where to start in regards to sizing the rope. Videos online were kinda ambiguous and I wanted a little bit more of a guide compared to just standing on the rope and figuring out where the rope should hit from there. Here’s what I found was the most helpful for me:
Your Height // Cable Length
4’10” - 5’0” // 7’10”
5’1 - 5’2 // 8’0”
5’5” // 8’4”
5’6” // 8’6”
5’7 - 5’8” // 8’8”
5’9” - 5’10” // 8’10”
5’11” - 6’0 // 9’0”
6’1” - 6’2” // 9’2”
6’3” - 6’5” // 9’4”
Of course this is only a guide, so please decide if this is personally right for you or not, but I thought it was pretty spot-on for my height at 5’7”. I just suggest trying an inch or two longer than what it says so that you can always take a little bit away at a time until you feel it is just right. I ultimately ended up at 8’8” anyway just like it had suggested.
One last word: I almost waited too long to purchase this before they sold-out (hopefully they'll restock), but I picked up one of the last one's available in this most recent available batch. When and if they restock, I wouldn't wait or think too long about it. I absolutely love this rope and you may end up loving it too!
| Brand | Epitomie Fitness |
|---|---|
| Target Audience | Adult |
| Special Feature | Slip Resistant, Adjustable Length |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Exercise and Fitness, Speed and Endurance |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | Silicone |
| Color | Carbon Black |
| Item Length | 120 Inches |
| Item Weight | 8.16 ounces |
| Grip Material | Silicone |
| Handle Diameter | 26 mm |
| Manufacturer | Epitomie Fitness |
| UPC | 711583677342 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 6.26 x 5.79 x 1.34 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.26 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | Epitomie Fitness |
| Part Number | JR-SONIC2-PR1-BLACK |
