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Should I jump rope without shoes?
When it comes to jumping rope, getting rid of your socks and shoes seems to be the key. You should only jump rope barefoot once you have enough experience to jump rope with proper form. If you're a beginner, you should learn to jump rope with your shoes on before jumping rope barefoot.
Are Converse good for jumping rope?
You don't want the shoe to be in the way do the rope by being to bulky. The sole should also be cushioned to ease the constant impact your feet will have when jumping. I use nike zoom vomero 13. I found that converse and weightlifting shoes are appropriate because they have too little cushioning.