Skipping rope is a verb-object phrase, which belongs to a verb phrase in grammar, so it is generally considered as a verb.
Skipping rope is one of the best exercises to lose weight. The test shows that jumping 10 minutes and jumping 140 times per minute is equivalent to jogging for half an hour. Skipping rope can not only help you lose weight, but also make your muscles well-proportioned and strong, and at the same time, your respiratory system, heart and cardiovascular system will be fully exercised.