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The proper fit

Once you have the rope on hand, place the middle of the rope underneath the arch of one foot.

Stand straight up, pull the cable up vertically while holding the handles parallel to the ground, so their size is excluded from the measurement. The ends of the cables should be even with, or below, the bottom of your sternum.

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Finding the right rope

Picking the right rope starts with the handles. Most have a mechanism that allows the rope to rotate in the grips.
Consider your height. Some ropes list a height range while others let you choose the rope length in feet based on a sizing guide.

The correct hand position

Your hands should be in front of your pelvis - generally the middle of your body - or near where your pockets are.
Your elbows should be slightly bent.
Your hands should not be too far away from your body out to the sides as it makes the rope shorter.
Your hands ...

Start with a toe catch

Start with the rope behind you, pulling on your calves, your hands in front of you, and the cable end of the handles pointing frontwards. Then do an initial swing with your arms.

Pay attention to your jumping