why do boxers skip rope

Skipping rope is an aerobic exercise and improves overall condition. In addition, it promotes agility and footwork. Boxers need that.

The greatest argument for rope skipping, though, is the low cost. You can get a decent jump rope for less than $10 and you pay it once. This is why Bow-Flex and other fitness companies are not interested in promoting a product so cheap that stores in a drawer or on a hook.

It helps to build Stamina and keeps them agile.

Look at Manny Pacquiao.

He skips rope.

He is the greatest of alltimes ever

It is great cardio exercise. People tend to underestimate the carido endurance that is needed to box. The best quote I've heard so far is ''it is like running a marathon while being punched''.