Can DDR be an alternative to Jumprope?

dropoutextreme · Trick Member Joined: 28 Sep 2004

I'm beginning training for boxing/martial arts and one of the things that makes an incredible workout is jumproping. I have a jumprope, but can't find it, so after about a half hour of searching the idea dawned on me that DDR is probably a good alternative. The good qualities of training with a jumprope are increased reaction time, endurance building, and great for toning the upper body (permitting you're using a weighted rope). Aside from the toning the upper body part, I think that DDR may make a good makeshift jumprope workout, and it's more entertaining. What does everyone else think? Comments from others who train in fighting styles would be greatly appreciated!

DAVE101 · Trick Member Joined: 05 Nov 2007 Location: Indiana

I think any upper level song with a lot of jumps would be extremely similar to jump roping
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pleasedon'thurtme · Trick Member Joined: 29 Jul 2008 Location: Earth

But, do people jump as high on Dance Dance Revolution as they do for jumproping? Maybe, both have their advantages and disadvantages?
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delrio · Trick Member Joined: 05 Jan 2009 Location: Colorado

MAXX UNLIMITED on standard might be a great alternative to jumproping. :o
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chennymountain · Trick Member Joined: 06 Jan 2008

S.A.G.A. heavy is a great alternative to double dutch.
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Haoie · Trick Member Joined: 02 Mar 2007 Location: New Zealand

Go for the low tech solution: Seriously.
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Travelsonic · Trick Member Joined: 08 Oct 2005