Jump rope is the perfect exercise to maintain and improve agility, speed and balance. This guide help you improve technique and prevent injury.
The world’s best-selling jump rope training guide returns, and it’s bigger, better, and more complete than ever! In Jump Rope Training, Second Edition, former U.S. wrestling champion Buddy Lee presents his jump rope training system used by over 25 U.S. Olympic teams.
Workouts for a variety of sport skill and fitness components are included, such as endurance, strength and power, speed, agility, and balance. This second edition also includes the latest on rehabilitation of sport injuries and optimizing body composition for athletic performance. And, to get you started immediately, Jump Rope Training presents sample sport-specific training programs for more than 40 sports.
If you’re ready to take your workouts to the next level, turn to the system that the world’s top athletes have come to rely on. Jump Rope Training will not only change the way you train but also change how you feel, look, and perform. It’s the proven approach to improving fitness and performance.
Contents
Part I: Jump Rope Training Progression
Chapter 1: Introducing the Buddy Lee System
Chapter 2: Get Ready to Jump
Chapter 3: Step 1: Base Phase—Master the Basic Techniques
Chapter 4: Step 2: Conditioning Phase—Develop Jump Skills and Endurance
Chapter 5: Step 3: Sports Training Phase—Add Anaerobic Intensity
Part II: Jump Rope Training Programs
Chapter 6: Build Endurance
Chapter 7: Increase Speed and Quickness
Chapter 8: Gain Strength and Power
Chapter 9: Improve Agility, Rhythm, Balance, and Coordination
Chapter 10: Condition for Specific Sports and Fitness Goals
Part III: Supplemental Uses for Jump Rope Training
Chapter 11: Warm-Up, Cool-Down, and Active Rest
Chapter 12: Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Chapter 13: Weight Loss for Athletic Goals