SELF.com discusses the physical benefits of jumping rope according to experts including HSS sports medicine surgeon Benedict Nwachukwu, MD, MBA.

Dr. Nwachukwu advised beginners to ease into it, otherwise the risk of overuse injuries increases. He recommended starting with 30 seconds of jumping, interspersed with similar periods of rest, and to gradually increase the length of the interval.

Jumping rope can help build bone density as a result of the impact of jumping, noted Dr. Nwachukwu. This matters because bone density tends to decrease with age, he explained, which can lead to conditions including osteomalacia (pronounced softening of the bones) and osteoporosis, and predispose you to fractures. By building bone density through activities like jumping rope, you can reduce your risk of these issues, added Dr. Nwachukwu.

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