A properly sized jump rope makes all the difference when training. A rope that is too long, will require a lot of effort to whip around your body. You'll feel yourself flicking your wrists, but the rope response will feel laggy. A rope that is too short will likely smack you in the head, or present significant challenges jump through the arch. You'll know the length is just right when the rope clips the ground a few inches in front of you. Your desired rope length will change with time. I encourage you to experiment with different lengths to find what feels best for you today! Feel free to drop a comment if you have any questions! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Get your tempo rope today at www.forteathletics.net --------------------------------------------------------------------