(Health-NewsWire.Net, May 09, 2015 ) San Francisco, CA -- Barry Lavis of CrossFit Chiang Mai in Thailand is a master of the double under and in his new video he provides the essential information athletes need to accomplish them with ease. Viewers will learn the proper techniques and body positioning, along with why an athlete's jump rope makes the difference in proficiency.
Many accomplished CrossFit athletes encounter frustration when trying to perform the elusive and challenging double under. Lavis noted that the most important element in double unders is the jump rope that individuals use. He's endorsed the WOD Nation double under jump rope for its variety of features.
A successful double under relies on a variety of factors. Athletes must jump on the ball of their feet and maintain the long, sleek silhouette required for double unders, while preventing kick-outs. A jump rope that's too long or short will make it virtually impossible to do a double under. Once an athlete breaks form, the process becomes unsustainably uneven.
Most athletes begin with a box jump rope that's fine for beginners, but isn't tailored to the athlete and starts to kink with extended use. Lavis cited unfamiliarity with the jump rope as a major impediment to achieving double unders. It's critical for athletes to know the weight and way their rope works without wasting time learning the way the jump rope handles each time it's used.
One of the reasons Lavis recommends the WOD Nation double under jump rope is its ability to be quickly resized with just a simple pair of wire cutters. The company's innovative slider design allows for quick reassembly with handles that stay firmly in place after adjustment. It moves fast and free, even with repeated use. Each speed rope comes with an additional cable hardware and convenient carrying pouch.
A common mistake that many athletes make is assuming that a thin, light cable moves faster and will guarantee success with double unders. The length is the crucial element and many athletes have been defeated in competitions when forced to work with unfamiliar ropes that weren't the correct length. Improperly sized ropes can also cause serious injury to the individual.
The new video by Lavis offers an easy to understand tutorial and visual guide to performing double unders like a pro. He explains the proper body alignment and common mistakes to aid athletes in achieving the demanding double under.
About WOD Nation
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