Rope skipping is more important for losing weight and stretching to prevent calves from becoming thicker

Although skipping rope to lose weight has many benefits, many girls are worried that skipping rope to lose weight will make their calves thicker. The actual situation is that the calves of most girls did not become thicker after jumping rope, but those of a few did become thicker . Because some people's genes make it difficult for them to build muscle no matter how much exercise they do, while there are a few people who can build muscle with just a little exercise. Therefore, the choice of weight loss exercise should be based on your own situation. Generally speaking, long-term exercise of the calf muscles will reduce calf fat, make the muscles tighter instead of bigger, reduce the leg circumference, and make the curves more beautiful.

Therefore, after skipping rope to lose weight, you must do stretching exercises, which not only relaxes the muscles but also prevents the calves from becoming thicker.

Stretching exercises

Stand up straight, step one leg back as far as you can, keeping the sole of your shoe on the ground, the leg behind you straight, the front leg bent, and the body vertical. Pull your arms back as far as you can. Hold for 8-12 seconds, then switch legs and repeat.

Stand up straight, extend one leg forward and keep it straight, bend your back leg, stretch your body slightly forward, and stretch your arms in front of you. Hold for 8-12 seconds, then switch legs and repeat.

Stand up straight, cross one leg, and hold your shoe as close to your hip as possible. Keep your hips balanced, knees together, and your upright leg slightly bent. If you have trouble maintaining your balance, you can hold on to a wall or chair. Hold for 8-12 seconds, then switch legs and repeat.

Generally speaking, a full set of stretching exercises takes about 10-12 minutes. If you do the movements correctly, you can open up the joints and ligaments of the body. However, it also needs to be lengthened or shortened according to the weather temperature at that time. You should feel your body temperature rising, but your breathing should remain unobstructed.

In addition, there is a trick that can prevent your legs from becoming thicker: make fists with both hands and pat your calves for 3 to 5 minutes each.