The top of the handle should reach to your armpits.
Correct jump rope length.
Pull the rope up so it is taught and hold the handles steady.
For example if you are 5 8 you would use an 8 8 cable length.
Pull the handles up to your sides keeping the rope tight.
Stand on the midpoint of your rope.
How to check your jump rope size.
For freestyle the correct length is whatever the jumper is most comfortable with.
Place both of your feet on the midpoint of the rope leaving a gap of 1 2 inches.
What is the correct length for jump ropes.
First open the jump rope box and unpack the handles cable and accessories.
Typically the jump rope will be 12 to 24 over their heads.
You will need 9 feet of rope for athletes 5 feet 6 inches to 6 feet.
When you stand on the middle.
For this to happen it is best to use a jump rope that will give the jumper the most control over the rope.
Step in the center of the cable bring the handles to your armpits.
Next separate the second handle from the first.
Adjusting your jump rope in 5 steps.
Pull the rope taut.
Step on the rope with one foot bring your feet together and pull the rope taught.
Stand with one foot on the center of your rope.
Finding the correct jump rope length is a relatively simple process.
The correct length for an individual jump rope depends on your height.
Sizing a jump rope with wire cutters 1.
While it is possible to look at a height chart for guidance towards the right size one very practical method to ensure a jump rope fits is detailed below.
You will need 8 feet of rope for athletes 5 feet 5 inches and shorter.
Follow a height chart.
We suggest you follow the basic height chart to determine the correct rope length for height.
Bring the handles together and point the top towards your chest.
Open the jump rope unravel the cable.
Stand with one leg on the rope.
Less than 4 feet and 9 inches tall can use a 7 foot rope for over 4 feet 9 inches as well as under 5 feet 4 inches can use 8 foot rope.
Doing jump rope tricks is all about placing the handles of the jump rope in the right place at the right time.
While the way you jump can affect the rope length needed in general you can follow a basic.
You will need 10 feet of rope for athletes 6.
Follow the height and then grab different sizes of rope.