Cardiovascular Activation with Individual Rope
Cardio warm-up with individual jump ropes in intervals.
How to play
- Each student has a jump rope.
- 30 seconds of jumping and 15 of rest.
- Change the type of jump each interval.
- Six intervals.
Rules
- Keep a safe distance.
- Low jumps.
Variations
Easier
Four intervals with basic jumps.
Standard
Six intervals with variety.
Harder
45-second intervals.
Adaptations
- Asthma: shorter intervals.
- Coordination: split rope (no rope swing between hands).
Learning goals
- Activate the cardiovascular system.
- Improve coordination.
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