Burpees and Jumping Rope as cardio

[[RozoN]]

How are Burpees and Jumping rope as a cardio exercise, compared to just regular running/walking? I'm just curious, for variety purposes, since running can get boring in the long run lol (pun intended) :tongue:

[Neil]

I think jump rope is a lot better than running, i think it works you a lot more and it is fun because you can do different kinds of speeds, try get two swings in one jump try and do that cross over thing.
I am not too sure about the Burpees as i have never done them before.

[anfeyd]

I would do either of them before I did traditional 'cardio'.

[Rahf]

Jump rope is more coordination than actual physical endurance I reckon. It also helps you keep light on your feet. Burpees are basically compound endurance movements.

[Ernest]

I love skipping.

[thereid]

Running through foresty areas around rivers and places with obsticles like that is the best cardio.

[Shaedar]

Just did that few hours ago and came back muddy to ears, scratched, eaten by insects and with hair full of wildlife. I love it !

And yes, skipping rope is wonderful for warm-up.

[thereid]

I've actually only done it once but it was fun, and a good workout.

[Shaedar]

I do it everyday, except I usually run on country roads so I can control my heart-rate easier. But today... :smile: