Fail.
I lean over, hands on my thighs trying to catch my breath and not freak out.
Try again.
Eyes forward, deep breath, quick hands, relax.
Fail.
Try again.
I glance up at the ceiling, close my eyes and release a stream of words that are highly undignified.
Try again.
Fail.
Compose myself. Try not to throw the jump rope across the room.
Try again.
Fail.