Stand up straight with one end of a jump rope in each hand.
Engage your deep abdominal muscles.
With your hands close together in front of you, begin to build momentum in the rope by swinging it from side to side in a figure of 8 motion.
When ready, separate your hands, tuck your bent elbows into your sides, and turn your forearms away from one another to create a large arc to jump through.
Maintain the momentum in the rope through a flicking action at your wrists, with minimal movement from your arms.
Stay light and springy on the balls of your feet as you alternate between a two footed jump and a one footed hop over each passing of the rope.
Keep the knee of your non-standing leg straight and in front of you whilst hopping.
Maintain a fluid circular motion coordinating your wrists and feet, and continue at a steady rhythmic pace.