Book Description
Develop greater quickness, agility, balance, strength, power, and endurance—all from one portable training source! In Jump Rope Training, former Marine and six-time U.S. national wrestling champion Buddy Lee shows you rope-handling skills, jumping techniques, and much more to supplement your training for fitness and performance.

Workouts and progressions are included for warm-ups, cool-downs, fitness components, and sport-specific training, with sample programs used by elite athletes. Lee's system has been used by 25 U.S. Olympic teams in 1996 and 2000 and by several national teams, including the U.S. figure skating and U.S. wrestling teams.

If you want to get in better shape and seek greater variety and results from your workouts, Jump Rope Training is a proven way to improve both your fitness and performance. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Great product
What can you expect from a book? Ok its difficult sometimes to envisage what is meant sometimes, but perseverance is the only thing that separates the has, from the has nots of this world. If you want to develop good hand and foot speed and leave the opposition thinking "whendid that takedown happen" then you need to jump rope every day, and this book is where it can start from. A+ excellent...

Outstanding work
Buddy Lee's Jump Rope Training is a very enriching work dispelling the misconceptions of rope jumping and revealing its incredible secrets.The quality of the work results in its combination of solid scientific and physical education explanations,clear technical details,prominent figures' testimonials,and Lee's own testimonial.In the preface Lee presents the interesting and touching story of his life as well as his successful olympic athlete path in order to disclose to the reader the important role jump rope can play in the existence of many.The book provides explanations and programs for people of all fitness levels and ages,transforming jump rope into an easy and motivating exercise for everyone.Although someone may think a book on such topic could be boring and superficial,Lee creates a work interesting to read and very insightful.A great experience!

Achieve all your fitness and sports performance goals!!!
Buddy's Jump Rope Training system is the most complete form of exercise available for improving anaerobic capacity, speed, quickness, agility, explosiveness, total-body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness. Buddy is a former U.S. Olympian wrestler, U.S. Marine, Jump Rope Conditioning Consultant to over 25 U.S. Olympic Teams, and current CEO of Jump Rope Technology. He is the "World Jump Rope Wizard." Utilizing his own experience, and drawing upon sound exercise science principles, Buddy has formulated a training system that targets almost any exercise related goal that you may have. His book is clear, concise, and comprehensive in nature. Buddy takes you through 4 phases of jump rope training, and then focuses on sport-specific programs. Find out why rope jumping is a hidden gem in the arena of sports performance!!!

A helpful guide...
Ever read someone's CV or résumé?That's how Buddy Lee's book starts out, unfortunately.He describes, in moderate detail, the different high-level atheletes who have used his system in their training regimen as a way of demonstrating the benefit and versatility of the jump rope for aerobic and anaerobic training.While Lee himself is unquestionably an accomplished athlete and one of the world's best rope jumpers, this presentation of testamonials sometimes borders on self-aggrandizement and self-promotion (of his line of high-speed ropes, which I do recommend, by the way).

Be this as it may, the book is a wonderful introduction to various jump rope techniques for the purpose of improving general fitness and athletic performance.The first half of the book works on mastering basic and advanced jump-rope techniques.The details of your practices at this stage are left largely up to you, although Lee provides some recommendations.In the main section of the book, Lee describes in detail various conditioning program aimed at increasing endurance and performance, and specifically one's Quickness (reaction time), Speed, Agility and Explosiveness (strength/power).The book concludes with a brief presentation of sport-specific recommendations.

In summary, Buddy Lee's book is an excellent presentation of various jump rope techniques for athletes and novices alike.Jumping rope remains a time-proven method for increasing performance and endurance in all sports, not to mention general cardiovascular health.Anyone who dismisses the jump rope as an unnecessary or 'inferior' method of training is truly doing himself a disservice.So buy a high-quality jump rope (<$35) and, in the words of Buddy Lee, "Get a jump on your training!"

Great Motivation
Buddy Lee gives great motivation to use a jump rope to get in shape: agility, quickness and balance, verified by olympic athletes and others using the program.The book was easy to follow and has great pictures and descriptions.The workout plans are well thought-out.I learned the basic techniques well enough in a few days to get a great work-out with very little frustration. ... Read more

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How many times can you jump rope? This rhyme makes the game of rope jumping even more fun. It's a counting rhyme, and there are lots of others like it. There are also red-hot pepper rhymes for jumping very fast, and rhymes for jumping in and out of the rope. There are even fortune-telling rhymes that answer questions and help you predict the future!

The rhymes in this book began as a way to keep the rhythm while jumping rope, but they also lent poetry and humor to the game. Here are over one hundred traditional rhymes that will make rope jumping challenging and, best of all, fun.

Customer Reviews (6)

Dissappointed with content
Maybe I'm too persnickety, but I was so dissappointed by the content of the songs.I'd hoped for some cute childhood rhymes, but instead found a bunch of rubbish, to put it nicely.

not quite what I expected
The advertising copy suggests that this is a set of jump rope rhymes set at a pace that is appropriate for jumproping.But they aren't rhymes, they are songs, and they don't all have a strong beat, so they aren't ideal for jumproping to.It is a plenty-fun set of songs for kids, but the advertising is misleading.

bad rating for the book not the seller!!!
The book came as described in excellent shape and arrived quickly.
I hate the book though. The rhymes are not very good. Just a few variations of words but nothing to really jump rump for a long period of time to. I was hoping for some of the playground rhymes I can't remember from childhood. It seemed like somebody just wrote down some words that sorta rhymed but had no reason.

Good Book!
My daughter enjoyed this book.I do wish it had some color in its illustrations.Fast shipping!!!!!!!

Great fun
For anyone who jumped rope a great deal (this excludes me) or swung the rope while others jumped (this includes me), this book is sure to have some favorite rhymes.As such, it is an interesting way to initiate cross-generational discussions - jump-rope rhymes are school yard folklorewith astounding staying power.The book is also useful as a way toencourage young "couch potatoes" to get a bit of time outsidewith requiring outside to be a large space.

Of course, the best way touse the book is simply to enjoy it. ... Read more

Product Description
by Anne Akers Johnson A guide to the universally popular playground game, Chinese Jump Rope comes with two sturdy elastic ropes in different colors and lengths. Features illustrated step-by-step instructions for nine different games, as well as how to make your own Chinese jump rope out of rubber bands. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (16)

Great gift!
These books by Klutz are the best ever!I got this for an 8-year girl and she loved it.I want to play with her; it will surely bring back memories of childhood.

Love the Chinese Jump Rope
Loved this as a child.My 7 yr. old came home from school with some yarn.They were learning cat's cradle at school.Looked high and low for a Chinese Jump Rope.Finally found this one along with a great book with some other ideas that I had not seen before.Love the Chinese Jump Rope.

Great Gift for young girls
This is a great gift for young girls.Not a game that is well known today but was popular when I was young.My neighbor's little girl has had a blast playing this and has shared it with her friends at school.

Gift for granddaughter
I bought the Chinese jump rope as a birthday gift for my 8 year old granddaughter.It was a suggestion from her Mom.She wanted to try it out right away.She followed the instructions that came with the jump rope and really got into trying the different ways to use it.
I was pleased with the purchase.

Good Old Stuff
I searched for months to figure out a gift for my neighbor's daughter.I wanted to get her something she could do that was not in front of a computer yet did not cost an "arm and a leg".This book is good.You get both the rules and the equipment.You need 3 players or 2 and a stable chair (or something like that).She REALLY likes it.I purchased a second one so that she was able to give it as a gift to her friend.Now; these two girls are teaching others in the neighborhood how to play this age old game.

I used to raid my Mom's 'sewing box' for 6 feet of elastic to play this game in the 60's.Very cool choice for girls in the 7 to 10 age range. ... Read more

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Shameka and her crew love to skip rope all day long. But mean Miss Minnie, the resident spoilsport, wants them to be quiet and go home. Shameka holds her ground, and before long the jump-rope beat starts to work its magic on Miss Minnie. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Lovely Book
I recently purchased this book and highly recommend it.It is a great gift for a child, is well written, and beautifully illustrated.I intend to buy additional copies to give as gifts.

great rhythms, real rhymes
This book is a book of jump rope rhymes, loosely forming a story.The illustrations are truly special.David Diaz' illustrations show boxy figures, a mixture of soft and bright colors, and some of the most hilarious faces I've ever seen in a picture book.

The streets, the trees, the people-- everything Diaz draws has a special look that you won't mistake for any one else's illustrations.

The text bounces along with a nice rhythm.Even if you are rhythm-inhibited, it's easy to find the rhythm in this book.

The text of the book resembles the speech of children, rather than the bookish speech that you sometimes see in juvenile books.Here's a sample:

"Hey, Miss Minnie,

can you come outside?

I got a new car.

Let's go for a ride.

We can put the top down.

We can blow the horn loud.

We can show the gold rims.

We can captivate the crowd."

Captivate?Not many children would use the rest of this speech and the word "captivate."The incongruity of the speech (there are more examples, and you don't have to look for them) is the only thing that mars this otherwise wonderful book.

The illustrations are inventive and distinctive, and the text has a wonderful, animated rhythm.It should be a book that children ask for over and over again.

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Kids can feel the magic
My son (age 6) is a picky reader...few books totally captivate him. This one does. He loves the rhythm (and it's almost impossible not to read this story out loud without falling into the urban lilt captured in the rhyme) and he loves the subject matter. He has never jumped rope, but he seems to be able to feel the freedom and thrill of jumping through the story. This is one of the few books he has memorized entire passages of (and it's a long book that we've only had for a week). I'm sure this book will capture the imagination of every child as it has my son's. (He hasn't even seemed to notice or mind that the story is about girls.)

Finally - some solid rhyme!
As a poet, and as a library clerk who loves to focus her programs on poetry, I can say that this is a book I will definitely be using in my work with kids! Who in this world isn't familiar with jump rope rhymes? If youaren't - read this book. Jump some rope. Get that rhythm in your bones.There are so many books for kids that are written in rhyme, but they haveno "guts", no real feel for the music of language. I am so happyto have found one that does! ... Read more

Book Description

For new or experienced jumpers, Red Hot Peppersintroduces dozens of tricks, rhymes, and games, with easy-to-follow,step-by-step instructions. The book is packaged by itself or with aSkookum speed rope to get jumpers started. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Everything you wanted to know about jump roping!
This is a neat book that not only has jump roping rhymes, it's history and also different ways to jump rope! What a cool book!

Great teaching resource
Red Hot Peppers is an excellent resource for Elementary Physical Education specialists who want to integrate reading into their gyms.I use it as a resource for rhymes to teach children a variety of rhymes for their use.Jump rope rhymes are a great way to integrate reading and poetry into the "physical" realm. For the kinesthetic student, many times the jumping rhythm will support the rhythm in reading class.Also, my third graders take it one step further and write their own jump rope rhymes (again poetry).Your classroom teachers appreciate the support and the kids love the challenge. ... Read more

Book Description
Get in shape with exercise that's fat-blasting, portable, and fun

RopeSport is the revolutionary fitness program people across the country are using to get fit, lose weight, and have a great time doing it.

Now you can, too!

If you want a high-energy, low-impact way to tone your body, get a complete cardiovascular workout, and burn up to a thousand calories an hour, RopeSport is for you. This book covers everything from the benefits and basics to extreme jumps and alternative workouts. The step-by-step approach helps you become proficient in just a few workouts. RopeSport:
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Progresses from basic jumps, combinations, and workouts to intermediate and advanced routines
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Features four complete, detailed workouts for each skill level
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Has more than a hundred photos that show you how it's done, jump after jump
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Includes success stories from real people who love jumping rope
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Is a workout endorsed by celebrities, including leading fitness expert Kathy Smith, Eric Nies of MTV, and Kelly Packard of Baywatch
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Keeps you challenged with extreme jumps like the Matador, Running Doubles, and the Inverted Jump
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Shares tips for a healthy lifestyle, effective training, and building athletic skills

You'll learn the techniques and get the tools to create your own RopeSport full-body workout program-one that you can vary any number of ways and do almost anywhere. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

The Ultimate Jump Rope Workout
I truly believe this type workout is the best for probably 85%+ of people. And this book presents it all perfectly. I was fitness instructor back in the Army. Too bad we didn't add this into our routines. I have severe arthritis; recently a hip replacement; and a groin implant. I'm 58; can't jog anymore. But, this is far superior to jogging. Or even doing windsprints. All things considered, this is really the only type of workout anybody needs. My cholesterol was high; now it's normal. And my blood pressure is textbook perfect. Even better than when I was young. Signed: Meshugena Mike

Skip the book and buy the DVD
I started a jump rope workout and wanted to take it to the next level. I spotted this book and thought it would be just what I needed.While it is an informative and thorough book about the sport of jump roping, it's difficult to visualize the many jumps they describe without actually seeing someone do them.Soon after receiving the book, I purchased the DVD and found it much easier to learn the jumps. I could clearly see the correct placement of their feet, arms and hands in motion and, at the same time, try to imitate their rhythm.Jumping rope is all about timing.If you don't think you need visual instruction, then this book is fine.If, like me, you prefer a live demonstration, skip the book and buy the DVD instead. ... Read more

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Over In The Pink House
When I opened this book teddy bears, midnight skies, pink parasuls, glasses of milk, butered toast, granndma's sewing, and bottles of homemade jam swarm out and danced around me. And as I read the pages I could hear the sound of children laughing and taking turns jump-roping as they chanted the magical rymes. Any child of any age will smile as these original, tymeless rymes that only Rebeca Dotlitch's collection will give you are told. Great for bedtime- morning time- anytime.
From "Handsome Harry" to "Pizza Pizza" to "Cookies" This book of witty clever poems complete with touching illistrations will stick with you forever!-Taylor Baldwin ... Read more

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Maybe Not as Fancy, But Fun, Fun, Fun!
Chinese Jump Rope is a fantastic guidebook for use by the middle reader child interested in this fun rope-skipping game. The illustrations are simple and easy for children to understand. Adults working with children will also enjoy the book and can easily introduce the game due to the excellent format of the book. Much more informative than other CJR books on the market!!
Too bad the book is out of print!Highly recommend! ... Read more

Product Description
All the classic jump rope rhymes (plus a few that might be new to you) attached to eight feet of high-quality, multi-colored, non-kinking, practically indestructible jump rope deluxe. Collected by The Lady with the Alligator Purse. For ages 6 and up. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Only for 1
I thought that this would be bigger since I always remember doing "jump rope rhymes" with other people, but the rope is only big enough for one and the book is rather small and uninteresting.My girls ditched the book and use the rope to pull each other around the basement on roller skates . . . go figure!

Jump Rope Rhymes
I got this for my 6 year old and my 10 year old helps him with the words and they jump together and sing along to the songs. Its great fun and they have thoroughly enjoyed it, with NO fighting! This has been a lifesaver. I would HIGHLY recommend it. ... Read more

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Great for younger girls!
This is a great little set from Klutz.It includes a nice, quality, jump rope and a laminated booklet with all the usual jumping rhymes -- "Cinderella, Dressed in Yellow..." and many more..

A great set for young girls learning to jump rope - particularly if their parents can't remember all of the classic jumping rhymes. ... Read more

Book Description
Learn all the steps and go jump rope crazy. FunPax are bursting with things to make and games to play. Each comes complete with a fun-filled book of ideas and instructions, as well as a selection of interactive pieces to help children create toys and games. The folder comes packed with books, activities, and novelty items, and the whole kit is sealed in a reusable plastic envelope. ... Read more

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Daughter loves this.
I bought this for my daughter as a gift.She loves it.She took it with her on a sleep over and everyone had so much fun with it.I remember learning this in grade school back in the 70's.I love watching my daughter learn about and do the things I did as a child. ... Read more

Product Description
Do you have a childhood memory of playing with other children and jumping rope or counting to those age-old funny rhymes?This impressive compilation includes all the old traditional favorites (and some new) and is useful to anyone who works with children&#8212;parents, teachers, librarians, group leaders, camp counselors, day-care people, anyone. Infants&#8217; finger and toe-counting games, choose-up-sides and you-are-it rhymes, ball-bouncing chants, tongue twisters, staircase tales, narrative act-out singsong tales and others&#8212;children have been enthralled by these rhymes and rhythms for ages. Also included are author, title, first line, and subject indexes. ... Read more

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Do you know the Phantom Slalom and Double Dutch? They're not roller coaster rides; they're jump rope tricks and you can learn to do them and many more! On your own or with a pal, this book can show you how. ... Read more

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Book Description
Photographs by Martha Cooper. Packaged with the only other equipment a child would need--the jump rope--here is a book steeped in the know-how, culture, lore, and trivia of this simple, easy-to-learn, play-anywhere game. The Jump Rope Book is a complete skipper's reference, from how to put your best foot forward to over 250 rhymes. There are jump rope fashions (cushy socks a must), basic jumps and fancy steps (including Scissors, Jumping Jacks, and Cancan), jump rope jargon, how to decorate your rope, and the games--Spoons, Siamese Twins, The Clock, Chase the Fox, Over the Rainbow, Double Dutch, and dozens more. THE JUMP ROPE is 100% cotton, seven feet long, and comes with wooden handles. 50,000 copies in print.

The Classic Game series have over 317,000 copies in print. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

School Teacher
I bought this book to teach a summer school class, hoping it would give me a ton of songs to teach grades 1 through 4.The majority of the songs were not really appropriate for children.There were a lot of suggestive phrases that I did not want to be responsible for teaching a first grader.I took only a few things from the book to use in my class. ... Read more

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Perfect integration of PE and Academics
What an awesome collection of rhymes!I am adding this to my Jump Rope for Heart Events and sharing my find with all the teachers in my county.It will be a tremendous resource...I hope more copies are available.Bravo Ms. Wallace! ... Read more

Product Description
Describes the history and procedures of how to jump rope. Also includes directions on how to jump with friends, play double dutch, and play Chinese jump rope. ... Read more