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# Jump rope backwards

> Novice · Explosive · Bilateral. Strength, cardio

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| | |
| - | - |
| **Difficulty** | Novice |
| **Velocity** | Explosive |
| **Symmetry** | Bilateral |
| **Athlete** | Louis |
| **Video length** | 10 s |

## Technique

1. Hold the jump rope handles and swing the rope backward over your head.
2. Jump as the rope passes under your feet and continue the rhythmic skipping motion in reverse.

## Form tips

* Keep your elbows close to your body and rotate the rope with your wrists.
* Jump only as high as necessary to clear the rope.

## Muscles

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## Equipment

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## Appears in

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