Jump Rope Calorie Calculator
Free jump rope calorie calculator. Estimate calories burned skipping rope based on weight, duration, and intensity. Compare to running equivalent. Uses MET values from exercise science.
Optional: Enter your actual jump rate or leave blank for estimate
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Calculate Your Jump Rope Workout Calories
Find out how many calories you burn jumping rope. Get estimates based on your weight, workout duration, and jump intensity. See how it compares to running and other cardio exercises.
Why Jump Rope Burns So Many Calories
Jump rope is one of the most efficient calorie-burning exercises. It combines cardio with coordination, engaging your legs, core, arms, and shoulders simultaneously. A 10-minute jump rope session can burn as many calories as 30 minutes of jogging. The high-impact nature and continuous movement make it exceptional for weight loss and cardiovascular fitness.
Calorie Formula (MET Method)
Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)Benefits of Jump Rope Training
Time Efficient
Burn 200-300+ calories in just 15 minutes. Jump rope delivers maximum calorie burn in minimum time.
Portable Equipment
A jump rope costs under $20 and fits anywhere. Work out at home, gym, hotel, or outdoors.
Full Body Workout
Improves coordination, agility, and endurance while strengthening legs, core, and arms.
Cardiovascular Health
Excellent for heart health, improving VO2 max, and building aerobic and anaerobic capacity.
How to Use This Calculator
Jump Rope Intensity Levels
Slow Pace (<100 jpm)
Beginner pace, basic bouncing. Good for learning form, warm-ups, and recovery. Burns ~9 cal/min for 70kg person.
Moderate Pace (100-120 jpm)
Steady rhythm, sustainable effort. Great for fat burning and building endurance. Burns ~12 cal/min.
Fast Pace (120-140 jpm)
Challenging intensity, elevated heart rate. Good for interval training. Burns ~13 cal/min.
Very Fast (>140 jpm)
High intensity, advanced level. Includes double unders capability. Burns ~14 cal/min.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 minutes of jump rope ≈ 30 minutes of jogging in calorie burn. Jump rope burns 10-16 calories per minute vs running's 8-12 calories per minute, making it 25-50% more efficient.