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Can you tell me is jump roping a good excercise to lose weight?

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Dr. Scott Wenger answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Exercise helps!: Absolutely! cardiovascular exercise such as jumping rope is an excellent way to burn calories and will help you lose weight. Your best bet is to incorporate this exercise program with an appropriate healthy diet to maximize weight loss.

Dr Ahlstrom agreed

Answered 1/31/2015

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