Jump Rope For The Best Cardiac Exercise Burn Calories Fast To Lose Weight So You Look And Feel Better Jumping rope is a great calorie burner and weight loss tool. Just 15-10 minutes jumping will burn calories of a chocolate bar. How effective is jumping rope for burning calories? You'd have to run an 8 minute mile to work off more calories than if you jumped rope instead! This jump rope, which can be shortened in length by opening the handles, features soft foam handles for your comfort Inexpensive and portable, this jump rope can fit into your briefcase or suitcase so you can use it when you travel. Multitask! While rope jumping you are at the same time helping your cardio fitness and also improving muscle tone in your legs and lower body.