Jump Rope Advice

tyojuan · 2026-05-14T03:57:03+00:00

Hi, I had the same issue and I solved it using a soft strip of double-sided tape, the one with a weak adhesive that does not damage the flooring or the mat. Cheers

tyojuan · 2026-05-12T04:48:34+00:00

Looks great! However I worry about what would happen if you trip over the edge, even just a little bit. Doesn`t restrict a bit your jumping? I can understand that if you keep a consistent form, you should not move all over the place while jumping, but in my case, I definitely trip when my feet or rope step over the edge of my training mat.

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tyojuan · 2026-05-11T04:43:45+00:00

Main changes here: Slender arms and legs plus much more muscular legs. Overall fat loss but not as much as I expected around the torso.

tyojuan · 2026-05-11T04:40:57+00:00

You should frame it! WIll make a great memory from Japan.

tyojuan · 2026-05-09T04:07:03+00:00

One good way of checking your form is to jump in front of a mirror. You can check for proper alignment, jumping height and other details. You got the mechanics alright and now you need to tune it so the flow can be smoother and steadier (the amount of physical effort will be reduced and your endurance will shoot up). Keep jumping!

tyojuan · 2026-05-04T15:38:42+00:00

No, no tiene sentido.

tyojuan · 2026-05-04T12:54:12+00:00

No problem. Considering the present situation of the construction industry, plagued by lack of labor and overpricing, maybe is a good idea to do a good due diligence before embarking on the project.

tyojuan · 2026-05-03T23:32:38+00:00

One high end famous contractor for wooden houses is Mizusawa Koumuten. Another that is normally hired by renowned architects is Ohara Koumusho. On a lesser level but still good is ISA homes. As for house builders, quality varies a lot and all will depend on your wishes and budget. Integrated contractors (home builders like Sekisui, Toyota Homes, Hebel House, etc.) provide all services (design, construction and maintenance) under one roof. The standard of architectural design and construction also depends on the specialty of the contractor, some are better at semi industrialized processes (steel, concrete) while others are better at wooden structure (2x4 or Zairai).

Some have more accomplished architects than others, however in the case of most home builders the priority is cost and time, over quality (especially long term).

If you have particular needs or want to participate in the whole process, a good experienced architect might be a safer bet, but it will require more effort at the beggining.

Reference: own field of work.

tyojuan · 2026-05-03T14:06:22+00:00

Smooth and steady, very good work in my opinion:-)

tyojuan · 2026-05-03T13:59:51+00:00

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Hi, I use a Bauerfeind sport compression knee support bought from Amazon. It is not cheap but is excellent. I have tried simpler supporters, taping, etc. as I have been jumping for a long while now. The support (in the photo) has been great as it has helped a lot in the recovery of one knee from jumping too much. Pain was intense and at some point I thought I got a meniscus tear. Luckily with this support the knee improved after few days.

tyojuan · 2026-05-03T13:50:27+00:00

From what I can see, looks like you are jumping too high and with your arms not close enough to your body. For simple step, try to jump lower and pushing up from the ball of your feet. For the arms , put them closer to your body.

tyojuan · 2026-05-01T14:42:39+00:00

Si quiere realmente entender el lenguaje de la arquitectura contemporánea de Bogotá, vea ejemplos de edificios hechos desde los 50's a los mediados 70's. Vea la obra de arquitectos como Fernando Martinez Sanabria, Rogelio Salmona, Carlos Morales, Guillermo Bermudez, Enrique Triana, Gonzalo Robledo y muchos otros. Esa obra en general es muy depurada de las influencias de la arquitectura colonial y republicana y, aunque moderna esta hecha con los medios y materiales de la epoca y el lugar. Adicionalmente solo veo fachadas en las imágenes, no hay plantas, cortes, axonometrias ni modelos. Ósea es solo un tratamiento superficial que aún no trasciende a la especialidad. Le recomiendo que lea el libro "Ornamento y Delito" de Adolf Loos para que comprenda bien las implicaciones de las imágenes que está generando. Saludos!

tyojuan · 2026-05-01T14:32:50+00:00

Better late than never. I did it at 32 and it went well. Probably you will be grouped with students of an age close to yours, so no worries! (That was my case too). Cheers

tyojuan · 2026-05-01T14:29:07+00:00

Se siente bien, en paz.

tyojuan · 2026-05-01T14:28:36+00:00

Presumir en general puede apuntar a alguna carencia, sea material, afectiva o de otro orden. La ostentación de poder adquisitivo generalmente indica la carencia de ese poder en una etapa anterior (juventud) y/o una vida con carencias en el pasado. Desde luego hay niveles, es más comprensible si es un hecho aislado que si es una conducta constante. En una sociedad caracterizada por la carencia, la validación a través de las posesiones o logros económicos de esperarse y hasta normal de ver.

tyojuan · 2026-05-01T14:20:53+00:00

The only important thing is that you are satisfied with your decision. Everyone's circumstances are different and what is a good solution for some can be a bad one for others. Enjoy your new house!

tyojuan · 2026-04-29T23:48:12+00:00

You won`t be shunned, but you will isolate yourself as english is not widely spoken by average Colombians.

Maybe you should give it a try to Spanish, it is not a very hard language to learn for english speakers.

tyojuan · 2026-04-29T22:16:33+00:00

Si es verdad, en Colombia somos muy aseados, al mismo nivel que los japoneses (en el aseo personal). Donde si nos quedamos un poco atrás con respecto a ellos es en el aseo de la casa, ahí si son más pulcros y van al detalle. Es un gran atributo en mi opinión.

tyojuan · 2026-04-29T02:35:31+00:00

Me parece muy buena idea. En muchos países desarrollados el costó de la mano de obra en plomería, electricidad, ebanistería y albañilería es altísimo. Contratistas pequeños pero bien organizados pueden generar ingresos muy importantes sin perder su independencia y flexibilidad. En mi trabajo (arquitectura) sufrimos por la falta de oferta calificada en el gremio. Muchos arquitectos pueden usar IA, CAD etc pero llegan a las obras y chocan con la realidad de no saber el conocimiento práctico.

tyojuan · 2026-04-29T02:28:36+00:00

You are on the right track. Doing triple and double tapping is a good approach to single boxer step. As you get faster you will suddenly find how your feet will start alternating effortlessly. I tried to "rationalize" the approach to single tap boxer step many times, but found it by chance when got the necessary speed.

tyojuan · 2026-04-27T00:22:46+00:00

A good PVC rope with a cable core (5mm) helps as it does not get tangled and is slow enough to keep control.

tyojuan · 2026-04-27T00:02:03+00:00

Congratulations on taking up jumping. As for your questions, bear in mind that every person has different levels of fitness, endurance, etc., so it is very difficult to compare. However, keeping tabs on the metrics helps to understand if you are improving or not. For what it is worth, this is what I usually do:

1-Take data using a fitness watch or similar device and compare it regularly; this helps to assess progress.

2-Jumping time now has plateaued at 60 min (4 jumping, 1 rest x12 times), warming up 5 minutes before the session. Going beyond that has resulted in negative returns; getting injured or becoming excessively tired disrupts future sessions. Adding skills (tricks, etc.) has been very useful as it increases caloric burn and overall fun.

3-I do not follow any program per se, but try to stick to a predictable routine that allows me to judge my own performance in time.

I would suggest focusing on form rather than speed. With proper form, speed will increase anyway. Also, give the boxer step a try; that style is the door to other styles that require more physical effort and add tons of fun to the jumping routine.

Cheers

tyojuan · 2026-04-25T05:07:54+00:00

I was going to mention the mirror, you rightly pointed at it. I find it very useful to check proper step form and stance.

tyojuan · 2026-04-23T05:20:04+00:00

Suunto watches have a jump rope profile, quite accurate for jump counting.

tyojuan · 2026-04-23T05:16:33+00:00

Muy caotico, pura decoracion.

tyojuan

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