Jumping: Why You’ve Lost the Ability (and How to Get It Back)

[@nsimaInyang]

The 90's skip it commercial is the easter egg here lol. I hope y'all caught that 😂😂😂 We've got a 2025 challenge happening in the stronger human community, come join: www.skool.com/thestrongerhuman/about

[@erikthetalmid]

Had me dying bro!! I remember those commercials. It might look a little …. “Childish”😂😂😂

[@Viral_Twich]

Can you do a video on Elbow Pain

[@kungfupooh5308]

I never smashed the like button so hard as after the end of this video. 😂

[@528grave]

you're the man! That made my day lololol

[@paigecfrancis]

Hi-larious even with the disclaimer like back in the days. 😜

[@AJandGeorgie]

"the rope hitting you isn't failure, its feedback" this is a great quote my friend!

[@nsimaInyang]

Thanks homie 👊🏾👊🏾

[@lessemo]

It kinda applies to life, like a metaphor for mistakes that we see as failure

[@napvanvuegt]

It's just saying that 'it likes you'. hahaha. good one

[@mohammadjebrini3457]

and I needed that. the frustration I get from tumbling over it...ugh. but learning is a process, and we need to embrace said process.

[@jakemccoy]

For people who have been rope jumping for years, try turning the rope in the opposite direction of your natural direction. For weeks, you will be surprised how difficult it is, but It feels amazing as your brain tells your body to develop new neurons.

[@nsimaInyang]

I’ve been doing that a bit recently, it’s similar to patterns done during rope flow. Awesome tip

[@GreatWhite7]

first time I did that I did 100 in a row

[@bluespiral4678]

Yea, jumping rope in reverse at first was challenging, but after enough practice, like anything, becomes second nature. I jump with weighted ropes, and the first thing I notice while jumping in reverse is the activation of different back muscles than jumping normally.

[@jakemccoy]

@@bluespiral4678 Yes, I describe it as learning to jump rope all over again. Forget about any tricks. Merely going in reverse is the challenge. All the muscles are pretty tense. Eventually, relaxation comes. Then tricks can come.

[@bluespiral4678]

@jakemccoy I personally wouldn't go as far as saying reverse jumping by itself is like learning to jump rope all over again. It took me a lot longer to learn the 180 and 360 jumps than reverse rope jumps. Now translating most if not all regular jump rope tricks to reverse, now that, I'll give to you in terms of learning to jump rope all over again.

[@ryud0]

I started jumping rope about 6 months ago, been doing it as a 15min cardio warmup before my lifts and im hooked. Ive never felt so much lighter on my feet and my stamina is through the roof now

[@JanganMeninggalkanSejarah]

First rope flow, now jumping rope. OMG you convince me to start a more fun workout!

[@nsimaInyang]

I’m pumped to hear that man, awesome

[@eltomy108]

The last time I jumped was about 9 weeks ago. I was playing basketball, I was careless that day. I didn't warm up, and I had been particularly sedentary that week. I ended up with a ruptured achilles tendon (from pushing myself forward to run, not from jumping). I'm 27 years old, and I've already had a good history of injuries, when I recover from this I want to be able to play basketball without having to worry about getting injured, I need to build a more flexible, strong and coordinated body. I hope to never get injured again

[@nsimaInyang]

I’m sorry to hear that man. Rehab it and get back to movement. I share a lot of practices to take care of the body here and in the stronger human community, lmk if you’ve got questions

[@eltomy108]

@nsimaInyang Thanks, man

[@Dannyevison3168]

You really are my spirit animal. A big jacked dude who trains intuitively and for maximum longevity. It's really inspiring that you don't follow the man crowd and do what's best for you, I aim to be training like you in the next year

[@nsimaInyang]

Glad you’re digging this stuff man! I’ll keep sharing and I hope you venture into what interests you most 👊🏾

[@Dannyevison3168]

@@nsimaInyang for sure. I also forgot to mention you introduced me to rope flow which has massively helped me regain mobility in my frozen spine so eternally grateful for that.

[@ccaprice8595]

Too bad you couldn't get big and jacked training intuitive and longevity. I appreciate what this guy does, but don't forget the fact he trained body building for years to get big and jacked. Im not knocking him, I just think it gives people false hopes and makes them think they'll get big by doing what he's doing.

[@Roughstuffboi]

The last few months I’ve really leaned into jumping, dancing and various forms of footwork as a daily practice. 100% body has never been more grateful, I find myself moving in ways I couldn’t 10 years ago. I’ve always viewed the gym as my playground, and I encourage everyone to take time to play and have fun. The peace and joy it brings is comfort food for the soul. Love the vid ❤

[@nsimaInyang]

This is amazing! Thanks for sharing 👊🏾

[@zenbrandon]

I'm a 30 y/o dad and you're slowly helping me be able to keep up with my kids and feel better and better! Thanks so much for all you do, man 👊

[@TheChinaPlay]

Jump roping, and then more advanced plyos are hugely important for sprint training. As an 41 yo that still sprints I rely on light jump roping in my training. Great Vid!

[@pdsm1552]

One of the best fitness channels on the platform!

[@nsimaInyang]

Thank you!

[@pdsm1552]

@@nsimaInyang holy shit, that made my 2025 hahaha Come to Mauritius someday!

[@rockyman88]

I broke my leg playing football years ago. Rehab took a long time and I genuinely haven't been able to play since. Only started running and jogging recently, so I will try to incorporate this to help with rehab. I am nervous, but I love the advice you given. Little by little. And good luck to you all on your fitness goals. You got this.

[@MoGoldstein]

I’m 53 and I still jump and play… I just don’t go hard. This video is pure gold! Keep up the good work!

[@insygnia_]

About a month ago I was diagnosed with Piriformis Syndrome. Basically, there is a (Sciatic) nerve that handles your legs' 15% control whenever you step forward or to a forward when you step while running. One way of dealing with the pen is that, you need to walk with your heels up. The moment you hit the heels in you step forward in a very wrong way, you are going to feel it not so great. I cannot jog anymore, but luckily I can do jumps. But, no matter what I must not land on or use heels. In a way jumping has helped a lot. I feel lighter on my feet now from when I was using heels to step forward. You really feel like you are just doing less effort to go somewhere. So to the guys who are not aware of this syndrome and are not victim of it yet, jump... at one place. Keep it easy, keep it simple, keep it manageable. Stay Healthy everyone. Happy New Year.

[@areichental]

Been rock climbing for 6 years and big jumps are my favorite. Been looking to get into jump roping for supplemental cardio and knee fortification. Appreciate the content!

[@ronfields132]

The easiest exercise that we stopped doing since we were a child. The best video ever!

[@nsimaInyang]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@ScottHendrix-yz3du]

Amazing video! Simple and absolutely loaded with information!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@rockyman88]

I broke my leg playing football years ago. Rehab took a long time and I genuinely haven't been able to play since. Only started running and jogging recently, so I will try to incorporate this to help with rehab. I am nervous, but I love the advice you given. Little by little. And good luck to you all on your fitness goals

[@nuzo_n]

Informative and engaging! Having seen older folks get injuries or conditions caused by lack of physical activity, it's become a personal goal to get fit and stay healthy when I'm older. Hoping to see great content from your channel! Subscribed!

[@nixdapogs]

Used to hoop like crazy 25-20years ago but gout and arthritis ruined it for me 11 years ago. Luckily my gym has a court and now I’m able to incorporate basketball to my cardio. I don’t just stand around and shoot. I actually drive to the hoop, executing different kinda of layups.

[@nsimaInyang]

Perfect, keep it up 👍🏾👊🏾

[@Retro64XYZ]

I started jump rope on December 25th of 2024 and have completed 6 jump rope work outs since. I typically do strong man training and weigh 278lbs. I have really enjoyed it but decided to do some self-education on KZbin as you do. Great video. Commenting mostly for the algorithm and in support of your channel but I didn't see anything in the video I didn't agree with. Keep it up.

[@nsimaInyang]

Yo, I really appreciate you doing that. Commenting just to show support. Seriously, thank you, and have a great day 👊🏾

[@TheHugh68]

Dude. Great video. Thanks for playing! Looking forward to getting my nearly 60 year old frame back to jumping rope again.... tomorrow. Thanks.

[@d.o.nmuzic3802]

This is such an important topic. You share so much fundamental information that’s so son the surface, but life changing if implemented. The info in your videos improve the quality of life. People blame a lot on age, way sooner than they have to

[@italianobrandini1196]

I’m 63 years old and decided I better get back to a healthy lifestyle, so I put a gym in my garage and started weight training and a daily ride on my spin bike for cardio, then I decided I wanted to jump rope also, that’s when I realized I was really out of shape, I couldn’t jump, it hurt and made me feel disgusting! I’ve watched countless videos on jumping rope for beginners, but your video is the best, you really hit all the important points of getting back into it, awesome video! Such great information that nobody else has mentioned, thanks so much, I deeply appreciate how you put this video together!

[@nsimaInyang]

Thanks for that, I’m glad you found this helpful! 👊🏾

[@SupremegreenlawncareLLC]

Thanks. At 55, I just started to jump rope; and it does get better with repetition! Thanks for the encouragement. New subscriber 🎉

[@TorquemadaTwist]

I am also 55 and I don't appreciate you ruining my ability to use age as an excuse to avoid this. Maybe I can claim a religious exemption.

[@SupremegreenlawncareLLC]

@@TorquemadaTwist 😂😭

[@boxalarmtrading]

That’s why I’ve always loved the movement patters of basketball. Jumping both single and double legs, backpedaling, side shuffle, sprints, jogging. Not to mention the technical coordination and skill acquisition. It’s a beautiful game!

[@Leadeshipcoach]

"Gotta make taking care of ourselves fun".. Yes!😊👍

[@moderncombatculture]

My new favorite health & fitness KZbinr ❤ thanks for your content bro

[@summerreign044]

I like the play on " skip it"! I used to love that when i was a child. " spin it , jump it" ! 2024 version of " skip it"❤

[@braedenmoses]

My favorite “fitness” oriented channel out there. Play on bruh 🤙

[@nsimaInyang]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@ChrisFXOriginal]

You are changing lives! Thumbs up brother!

[@garrickbreaux2368]

Awesome information man. I am 51 years old and have been jumping rope since I was 11 years old.

[@nsimaInyang]

That is awesome! Straight up inspirational

[@havardhommefoss5055]

This is great!! Never stop playing people

[@nsimaInyang]

👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾

[@Jumpisthenics]

LOVE the jump rope, it helped me lose 35lbs in 2024.

[@K4R3N]

nice. Jumprope was also key for my COVID weight loss -30lbs. Nothing else was open 😂

[@Jumpisthenics]

@ 😂

[@scottallen2190]

I love skipping! I found the Jump Rope Dudes years ago and they got me into it. Love my Crossropes! I have pretty much every model they make. I started with the medium ropes but after a year of skipping my form improved and I went down to small.

[@moggridge1]

Thank you for a very encouraging and well-made video. 😊👍

[@gbrodie49]

This might be the best fitness video I've ever seen, and motivated me to start moving again.

[@nsimaInyang]

Man, I’m pumped for you, get moving! And thank you 🙏🏾

[@maxxpayne9585]

This is crazy i literally made the mental decision today to buy a rope and start jumping every night after i walk my dog since i don't do much cardio in the gym, and then i see you post this video!!! I also recently switched over to barefoot shoes and toe spacers from your "400 billion dollar scam" video!! Appreciate all your content bro!!! 🙌🏾

[@rumjon]

I somehow came across you two days ago and am sad that I didn't find you earlier - what an excellent and motivating video.

[@nsimaInyang]

Awesome! Thank you!🙏🏾

[@aaronvanzomeren8775]

Great video! I like that this isnt as competitive as the usual sports and exercise content I watch. As you said, more child like and youthful.

[@SirLuke007]

i started jump roping about a month to two months ago because i watched some videos of yours. i thought id be better and started getting frustrated. i started doing smaller 1 min intervals while at work. the frustration started to go away and the improvement has been way smoother

[@nsimaInyang]

Man, amazing work! Good stuff 👊🏾

[@warpigs330]

When I was in my teens I got really into Parkour, and got really good at jumping. After a few years of intense parkour training, I quit and I have spent the last decade pretty inactive. I'm in my 30's now and I have recently started trying to get back into it, and I managed to strain my lower back. It has been a long process trying to get my agility back without injury, I have to go a whole lot slower than I want to. But I am hoping to keep jumping until I am an old man. This video is perfect timing. For now I am still stuck to the ground, working on being pain free before I start trying to build up my body again.

[@jakemccoy]

It's funny/sad how we take certain movements for granted when we are good at them.

[@sattwikdas9513]

the product plug was phenomenal

[@JDBoelter]

Tremendously inspiring and encouraging....this came along just when I needed it most. Thank you!

[@deepost2604]

There was this old guy in Atlanta that everyone called the “Skipper”. You’d see him in one part of town and ten miles away you’d see him again skipping along. I’m 82 and coming down with impact on the ground is encouraged to combat osteopenia.Just do it!

[@nsimaInyang]

Yes!

[@ememudoh4852]

Nsima! My Akwa Ibom/Efik/Cross River broski! Thank you for this. I just bought a Cross rope 3 days ago (I wish I saw this video earlier so I could use your link). Also thank you for normalizing skipping, it makes cardio fun again.

[@BIGcat76]

Love your content bro thank you for all that you have taught me!

[@abcdresky]

I came for the facts but stayed because you're goofy... love it

[@craigb.franklin7046]

Thank you sooooo much for this video. I have jump ropes in my gym bag and I never use them! Actually, I forgot about them. You just reminded me to get the out! Again, thank you.

[@kareemrichards8635]

Yes, whatever happened to activities? People just don't stay active or do activities anymore. Great video, more more, please! Thanks for sharing, captain.

[@nsimaInyang]

I know! We gotta have fun with movement more! Glad you enjoyed it 👊🏾

[@ThaStonedGardner]

I'm 42 years old and my kiddo and I go out and practice jumping; length and height. We measure our long jump, see how many stairs we can jump up and down, jump off tables and ledges and big rocks, practice jump rope, and do jump kicks with your martial arts.

[@ProxyAuthenticationRequired]

Steven He: _The rope hitting you isn't so much failure but more like a father expressing his profound disappointment in you._

[@trombonemunroe]

Fabulous advice. Thank you!

[@mirjanapetkovic930]

YOU ARE RIGHT. I AM 70, BUT I AM TRYING TO DO MY BEST TO PREVENT LEGS LOSS. 😊❤❤❤😊

[@brianandzane]

Jumping rope saved my life. It started with rope, and then my entire exercise regime continued to grow. It helped me lose 80 lbs. It's so fun. It will change your life. Be a kid again. You won't regret it!

[@BluegillGreg]

I started practicing basketball again at 65 years old after not playing for 43 years. A couple of months in, I started to spontaneously leave the ground for some of my shots. A year later I'm jumping further and higher. I like basketball because it is so playful. I run backwards in S curves while doing round the worlds or halos with the ball. And yes, basketball does involve skipping, as does Gridiron Football and International Futbol. I think of the single skip during a sprint in a game as analagous to the flying change of lead on a cantering horse.

[@nsimaInyang]

So happy hearing this, great work Greg

[@scottwyckoff5483]

I’m going to give it a try, thank you

[@XTheSpartanX7]

I love the jump rope. My go to workout is 30 seconds on 30 seconds off for 20-30 sets.

[@Leadeshipcoach]

Started jump roping again 2 weeks ago. My first day I did about 40-50 in a row…I was thrilled (hadn’t done it in years -and I am almost 60). Second tome…kept hitting myself every 3 or 4 twirls. At first I got frustrated (what happened to my 40-50?!)..but as I am a coach I knew to stop and use it as feedback (just like you said). I examined what I was doing and made small adjustments. And now doing 25-30 straight skips . And thanking for mentioning "listen to your body" I do that also. Thanks for the confirmation!

[@NeoCortex963]

Beautiful video! You truly are an anomaly in the fitness world, and your understanding of movement is incredible. Love you bro and happy new year.

[@NeoCortex963]

Video*

[@nsimaInyang]

Thank you man, I really appreciate that, and HAPPY NEW YEAR. Luv you too bro 😂

[@NeoCortex963]

@nsimaInyang One more thing, that little commercial segment is the funniest thing I've seen in a while, and somehow nostalgic! 🤣

[@moneymike42]

Love following you When i was younger i use to jump rope 100 consecutive jumps and if i messed up i would start over

[@roadstar499]

I am mid sixties now and do daily workout in my backyard..i do various jogging ,calisthenics and something i call simulated jump roping.. i get very similar results just visualizing i have a rope..sometimes i add weight in each hand also..

[@jonfernandez8027]

I bought a four level box jump set a year ago. Thanks to years of srength training and yoga (despite being in my late 40s at the time), I landed on the highest tier after an hour of practice. Now I box jump for twenty minutes every Saturday - it is insanely addictive. I have to set a timer or I'll be out in my back yard jumping all day.

[@jacko717]

55 years old, I've been doing knees to chest jumps off my slant board after my bodyweight squats. Slow controlled descent, then explosive quad drive, landing on the balls of my feet and aiming for a "gymnast's dismount." I believe it helps the strength and joint integrity of your ankles, knees and to a lesser extent, hips.

[@pretty_flaco]

intro is goated..... RUMBLE YOUNG MAN, RUMBLE

[@ManuelSalas-n2o]

As always great presentation and delivery of information!

[@nsimaInyang]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@marka.1058]

I needed this video and advice so bad.. please do a video on sprinting

[@petemarqdadon]

Yes I would love to see a video on sprinting

[@olegcalin4308]

Amazing video, thank you Sir 🦾. But such a proposal. How about making a Kegel exercise video. I think this would be an interesting and useful video

[@Altarshe]

Thank yu for all the great information and tips ! Appreciate yu!

[@cmaxvt]

This content is getting too good man. Keep it up! SPpiiiin iittttt, juuuuump iiiiit 🎶

[@runningmanskillsproject-jx9vx]

Nsima, thank you! The content is phenomenal And the addition of the osteogenesis was great support info! I enjoy your content and was surprised to hear you finding flow rope and doing push hands for rooting. My deepest respect to you and what you do! Author Steven Barnes author of Star Wars Mace Windu novel has been looking at your flowcfope videos and has added this to his regime! I hope you contact him and maybe interview him. He’s written for Star Trek and other tv shows and was aligned with Scott Sonnon flow fit community for years as well teaches deep meaningful methods such as life writing course. He’s an impressive man with a great positive direction. He also achieved black belt under Steve Mohamed. I pray to see your mind and Steven Barne’s mind in an interview format. It would be fire! Much love and blessings and thank you for your time.😇🙏💙

[@jasminewaakaaaronjackson7661]

This video was amazing!!! great work bro

[@highlander7]

Very good at presenting the information.

[@zedek_]

Guys, there is a really simple, powerful exercise you can start doing right now: *jumping jacks* You can move on to jumping rope if you like, or just stick to jumping jacks. With jumping jacks; you don't need to buy anything, they give you all of the benefits listed in this video, and you don't have to simultaneously work on coordination while strengthening your feet. It's easy, it's fun, and it gives you that springing *power* that you're looking for. *Just do some right now. This is the sign you're looking for; get started right now*

[@jakemccoy]

Jump jacks are great, especially while traveling and no jump rope is around. Jumping jacks are a lot more tiring than normal rope jumping. Running in place is a good option for a lower steady state between sets of jumping jacks.

[@zedek_]

@@jakemccoy That's a good point -- running in place is also another good option. There are a lot of fun options like that, as shown in Shaun T's Insanity workout warmup. I always had a lot of fun doing the Heisman 123-123 thing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX_OooljhbmGZ68si=lowvrbsctXgSA9Ny&t=125 Classic!

[@davidfoster6015]

Awesome Video and great advice!! Thank you

[@marioques]

Just last night, at 65 years old I was at an ecstatic dance event and did two Russian split jumps. Of course I have been a professional contemporary and ballet dancer.

[@Mr211jp]

That ballerina edit got me with the fart noise not gonna lie. Deep down my humor is still in the 90s with my elementary aged self haha

[@nsimaInyang]

Haha glad you dug that

[@K4R3N]

Is Dumb and Dumber also your favorite movie like mine?😂

[@ericsonhazeltine5064]

Very good training video! Thanks!

[@TheJoseG]

Dude, that was pretty informative and you made me laugh pretty good. Thanks

[@Patrick-p8z1m]

So cool! Great advice

[@nsimaInyang]

Thanks for watching!

[@Njsjdjdjdj]

Your videos have come a long way since you started making videos. They are really entertaining and informative. How did you get the video quality so professional?

[@paigecfrancis]

Well thought out video. Subbed. Happy new year. Already have the get lean and get strong set. Just need to get back active with it. 🤙🏽

[@nsimaInyang]

Thanks for the sub and happy new year!

[@johntay3831]

Fun fact: the heavier rope puts more stress on your upper body and takes away some tension from the lower body. Nsima mentioning to get a smaller rope is correct so that most tension is on the legs/foot

[@Alexander1005]

Skipping intermittently over the course of a long walk in between some rope flow has worked for me.

[@nsimaInyang]

YESSS

[@mattblack133]

That's some build bro. 👏

[@LilK1ng-16]

Jumping rope is that exercise that i love to practice every day doesn't matter what i'm training, problem for me is that my femur shattered in 8 pieces 4 months ago, my recovery has been great and fast, but my knee starts hurting at some point and it terrifies me (i have a metal rod in my thigh) so i start jumping in one leg, dont know if its right to do so but i keep doing it, those videos have been very good for my routine

[@RSBexpressions]

I jump rope for 2 reasons : 1 Brain health - it strengthens the ability for it to communicate between both hemispheres 2. High knee jumps relieve / prevent back and sciatic pain when done at the top of the day pre-shower.

[@RSBexpressions]

… I also just love it! Teaching this next jump rope you’d think I invented something revolutionary they love it so much.

[@TheGudeGym]

I’m not sure if it was your foot strength or training different video but I just bought a jump rope last week. I figured it was a way to both get more cardio and get more bouncy after I realized I didn’t jump as often as I used.

[@AlbertChyn]

Thank you for this video.

[@davidschrodt9956]

Thank you for the amazing Content 🔥💪

[@kirkpineda2585]

Can you talk more about the risks of doing too much jump rope too soon and stretches/warmups you'd recommend? I had a friend who started jumping rope and then wound up getting plantar fasciitis aches and he wants to keep going, but he wants to know what would be good warmups for it that you'd recommend.

[@Greatest_ever]

yeah this video is perfect

[@jasonwelsh417]

I am in my mid 40s and never stopped jumping, sprinting, falling/tumbling/rolling on the ground, and crawling and it is one of the best things I ever did. I am not some world class athlete or anything but I still feel 20 years old and all of my joints feel perfect (aside form some elbow tendonitis I got in my 20s from one arm chins and ignoring pain like an idiot). Another great thing is just playing with your dog. Run, stop, bound, change directions on a dime, roll, fall, tumble, wrestle. Just move spontaneously. EDIT: things like the Clean and Jerks and Snatches feel like a great thing to do also and I do them all the time although I use kettlebells now because they feel easier on my shoulders and wrists and I am not trying to be some super beast do can squat snatch a house (good for you if you are though!).

[@jonathonsayre4879]

I NEED a tutorial on how you get your shooting lunges to come out so fluid and what exercises to do to get better penetration steps like in your other rope flow video. It would be exactly the thing I've been looking for

[@gustavfalke1607]

Running in the Forrest is the best thing to feel good, exercise whole body and keep jumping and strengthening whole body and different muscles

[@nsimaInyang]

👊🏾👊🏾

[@jakemccoy]

I stopped running years ago but am slowly starting to get back into. I have always been in my best shape when I run regularly.

[@KalJoao]

I loved jump roping but had to stop a few years ago when I had to stop running due to bone on bone in both knees. I hate not running and jumping anymore but the pain comes right back if I do. I finally 100% cured my plantar fascitis and dailed down the constant pain by getting zero drop shoes and doing backwards sled drags (everything opposite of what podiatrists say to do). But I CAN skip without pain so maybe there is hope i can rope again in the future!!!

[@RXP91]

After being in chornic pain since my teens i finally sorted it out via PRI methods at 39. It's so freeing to do jump and sprint training as a 40 year old that i couldn't do as a teen without getting injured!

[@AMIR-ce9pm]

Thank you for perfect videos

[@powertothepeople3832]

This will be my mission for 2025, been jumping for a few weeks now and it feels great.

[@nsimaInyang]

Let’s go!!

[@tunaman2200]

Great video! Thank you!

[@nsimaInyang]

You’re welcome! 🙏🏾