You may think that all they are is cheap toys for kids but if you have been involved in athletics or competitive fighting you surely know that the jump rope can be a lot more than that.  The jump rope is a simple piece of equipment.  A jump rope is long piece of rope or cable with a handle at either end.  You can actually buy them in their simplest form for PE classes, a piece of polyester rope with a knot tied in each end, now that’s a real jump rope. 

Those who get involved in any type of endurance training are probably more familiar with the speed rope.  Speed Ropes are the fastest design of jump rope on the market.  They are a simple tool that can test an athlete and push them to their limit.  Quality speed ropes will feature ball bearings in the handles so that the cable will move smoothly and not bind while jumping.  They should be made of a durable material both in the handle and in the “rope” itself.

If you have made a habit of incorporating jump ropes into your workout program you have probably had a few ropes break on you.  Unfortunately many jump ropes are not designed for “serious” use.  Most would work great in an elementary school physical education class but a heavyweight boxer would destroy these in one workout. 

That being said I would like to introduce you to the Super Speed Rope.  The Super Speed Rope is extremely fast, easy to use and perfectly balanced.  The coated stainless steel cable is attached to metal ball bearings inside of the durable plastic handles.  This is a serious piece of work out equipment.  Once a customer uses the super speed rope they will never go back to those flimsy alternatives.  Don’t be fooled by its simple look.  You won’t find any flashy colors, foam handles or pretty beads here.  This is a workhorse.  The Super Speed Rope is the choice of many training facilities because of its durability.  They are a truly a lasting investment.  You can actually get a nice discount on them if you buy 12 or more at a time at www.morleyathletic.com.

Now I know I’ve got you excited so hold onto your seat because I have one more surprise for you.  The Super Speed Rope has a  workout partner, the Animal Speed Rope.  The Animal Speed Rope features the same design as the Super Speed Rope but with the added addition of 1 lb or weight in each handles.  That’s and additional 2 lbs of resistance for an even better upper body workout. 

So before you order your Super Speed Ropes or Animal Speed Ropes there is one thing you will need to know.  These ropes are each sold in 4 lengths based on user height.  You won’t find them listed as 9 foot or 10 foot ropes but rather short, medium, tall or extra tall.  The manufacturer believes that this will allow the user to pick a rope that will fit them best.  Trust me he knows what he is talking about.  I’ve spoken to him several times and his is dedicated to his craft and his belief in the quality workout that can be obtained with a Speed Rope.  So all you interval trainers out there, boxers, fighters, wrestlers… what am I saying…. all you people out there who want a good workout or want to outfit your athletes with jump ropes, that you won’t have to replace all the time, check out the Super Speed Rope and Animal Speed Rope before you place your next order.