where did jump ropeing start?

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Since the beginning of time, man has jumped for various reasons, whether it be in the form of dancing, playing or escaping enemy. Jumping or hopping is a simple, natural function that has been essential to man's survival, growth and development.

The first concrete evidence of jump rope activity can be seen in medieval paintings where children roll hoops and jump rope down the cobblestone streets of Europe. Although the exact origin of jump rope activity is unclear, early explorers sighted from their expeditions aborigines jumping with flexible bamboo and vines as a form of play. Jump rope activity can be traced back to 1600 A.D. when the Egyptians used vines for jumping.

At one time, rope skipping was thought of only as a game for little girls who chanted rhymes while jumping and has from boys perspective, traditionally been perceived as a girlish sissy game. As mankind has always been susceptible to the norms set by society in their striving for acceptance, originality has been considered dangerous and somewhat tabu. But as with many other activities, in ancient times, rope jumping was a male ritual, and prohibited for women.

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