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EPISODE · May 28, 2025 · 58 MIN

Beads, Balance & CMT: How Anna Found Joy in Jump Rope (Ep. 32)

from The Jump Rope Podcast · host Dizzy Skips

Anna Øygarden Larsen (@anna_jumps) is a physiotherapist from Norway who lives with CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease), a rare neuromuscular condition that affects her balance and agility.She fell in love with jump rope as a way to have fun, stay active, and support both her mental and physical health—and she hasn’t looked back.In this episode, we talk about:How she got started with jump ropeThe role of coaching and Tricktionary+ in her skill developmentJumping with CMT and adapting movement with creativityThe joy of rope flow and freestyling without pressureThe deep power of community meetups and shared experienceAnd our shared reflection on the value of being inspired by others—but only comparing to yourselfWhether you’re learning your first crisscross or just vibing in your living room, Anna’s story is a great reminder that movement is for everyone.🎧 Keep listening—this one is full of heart.📱 Follow on Instagram:Guest: @anna_jumpsHost: @dizzyskipsShow: @jumpropepodcast📱 Follow on YouTube#JumpRope #SkippingRope #JumpRopeCommunity #CMT #JumpRopeFitness #Physiotherapy #RopeFlow #JumpRopeInspiration #WeJumpTogether #MentalHealthAndMovement #FreestyleJumpRope

Anna Øygarden Larsen (@anna_jumps) is a physiotherapist from Norway who lives with CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease), a rare neuromuscular condition that affects her balance and agility.She fell in love with jump rope as a way to have fun, stay active, and support both her mental and physical health—and she hasn’t looked back.In this episode, we talk about:How she got started with jump ropeThe role of coaching and Tricktionary+ in her skill developmentJumping with CMT and adapting movement with creativityThe joy of rope flow and freestyling without pressureThe deep power of community meetups and shared experienceAnd our shared reflection on the value of being inspired by others—but only comparing to yourselfWhether you’re learning your first crisscross or just vibing in your living room, Anna’s story is a great reminder that movement is for everyone.🎧 Keep listening—this one is full of heart.📱 Follow on Instagram:Guest: @anna_jumpsHost: @dizzyskipsShow: @jumpropepodcast📱 Follow on YouTube#JumpRope #SkippingRope #JumpRopeCommunity #CMT #JumpRopeFitness #Physiotherapy #RopeFlow #JumpRopeInspiration #WeJumpTogether #MentalHealthAndMovement #FreestyleJumpRope

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Anna Øygarden Larsen (@anna_jumps) is a physiotherapist from Norway who lives with CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease), a rare neuromuscular condition that affects her balance and agility.She fell in love with jump rope as a way to have fun, stay...

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