Mami Murao Guinness Book record holder for jumping rope 71 times in 30 seconds while sitting on her butt Country: Japan

Mami Murao: A Guinness World Record Holder and Jump Rope Enthusiast

Mami Murao, a Japanese woman, holds the Guinness World Record for jumping rope 71 times in 30 seconds while sitting on her bottom. Murao's incredible ability to jump rope in such a unique position has captivated audiences around the world. How does she achieve such a fast pace while sitting on what is considered to be an unathletic part of the body?

Originally from Osaka, Mami Murao discovered her extraordinary jumping rope skills while studying at Tsukuba University in Japan. Upon the recommendation of a friend, she joined the rope skipping section, which was an unusual but popular sport in Japan. Despite only placing third in her first national contest, the All Japan Rope Skipping Competition, Murao persisted in her training and jumped even harder. Her efforts paid off when she secured second place in the Asian Rope Skipping Championship. In 2010, she competed again in the mixed championship of the All Japan Rope Skipping Competition and joined the national jump rope team the following year.

Through her training, Murao uncovered the secrets of this seemingly simple sport. She discovered jumping rope techniques that ordinary girls playing in the yard would never imagine. One of these techniques is jumping while sitting on her bottom. It is already challenging to jump while seated without a rope, but after intense practice, Murao began to jump gracefully while simultaneously spinning the folded rope beneath her. Today, Mami Murao holds the official Guinness World Record for jumping rope 71 times in 30 seconds.

During her performance on a record show in Tokyo, Japan, Murao occasionally lost the rhythm and landed directly on the rope. However, she quickly recovered and resumed jumping. In the end, 71 "clean" jumps were counted, solidifying Murao's position as the official Guinness World Record holder. For Murao, jumping rope is more than just a sport or a way to set records—it is a means of connecting with people. She is particularly fond of children, and whenever she jumps rope in public, numerous children approach her, seeking conversation. By participating in competitions, she has met many people, made friends, and connected with professionals in the jump rope world from around the globe.

Jumping rope is not only popular in Japan but also in countries like the United States, Australia, Belgium, and Hong Kong, each having their own jump rope teams. Inspired by her experiences, Mami Murao contemplates becoming a professional jump rope coach in the future, sharing her passion and expertise with others.