Jump rope - Calf problems, help required.

[Trigger unhappy]

StarScr33m, I had the same problem as you. So in my backyard, I got an old car tire and placed a piece of plywood over it, and skipped rope on that. It helped me out a lot.

Holy shyt that's a damn good idea. I have a huge tire in my basement and I'm going to try this. Green k sent.

[Pony Boy]

Since you don't really describe your symptoms it's hard to tell if it's simple soreness or possible strain or even a muscle tear but any ways. Try icing your calve muscles for 15 to 20 minutes a day specially after working out. This should reduce inflammation. You can also use a foam roller to breakdown any muscle spasm or scar tissue buildup. Instead of jumping rope use a small trampoline.

[Walt Liquor]

you need less girly calves (that's what my coach would tell you)

[Walt Liquor]

damn, I skip on concrete all the time.

what about a on like a baseball infield type surface or a track surface, or ever tennis court surface?