Many people assume that boxing training is only for those who want to compete in the ring. However, the truth is that boxing training can benefit anyone looking to improve their fitness and overall well-being. Skipping with a jump rope is a key component of boxing training, but it's not just for boxers - it can be a valuable addition to anyone's fitness routine.

Below you will find professional boxers demonstrating how skipping can benefit your overall fitness goals. Whether you're a beginner or a fitness enthusiast looking to mix up your routine, watching the pros can provide you with some inspiration to take your training to the next level.

Don't throw in the towel - grab your jump rope and get ready to jump-start your fitness routine!

Muhammad Ali

Bounce step with cross overs.

Sugar Ray Leonard

Side swings.

Floyd Mayweather Jr

Side swings, cross overs, crossed double under.

Roberto Duran

Triple under, squat side swing.

Anthony Joshua

Side swing, double under, squat side swing.

Anthony Yarde

Double and triple under, side swings, cross overs.

Artur Beterbiev

Single hand side swings

Teofimo Lopez

Cross overs, side swing, cross switch.

Kell Brook

Double under, cross over.

Katie Taylor

Speed, cross overs.

Joe Joyce

Side swing, cross over, double under.

Marcos Maidana

High knees, speed

Zab Judah

Side swings.

Danny Garcia

High knees.

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr

Kick back, kick forward.

David Haye

Cross overs, Double Unders.

Alexander Povetkin

Bounce and cross‑over.

Joseph Parker

Double Unders.

Caleb Plant

Side Swings, Double Unders, Cross Over, Spin