Jump. Because.

"We jump to End Child Poverty!" - Cheer Fit Cheerleaders
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photographer: Christian Graham

Big Ben, London, England

"Here's a photo of my brother, Matt, jumping, just for the sake of it! We were having a bit of a family get together and we all just had a sudden urge to have a jump around, as you do!" -Martin

www.martincogley.com

Chorley, Lancashire, England

Hello friends of Jump Because!
Awhile ago we asked for submissions for a new "Favorite Jump" and we received a number of amazing shots and stories. Our favorites are pictured below and the winner is pictured to the right. We loved all of the submissions and we will be asking for another favorite jump in the upcoming months. Take care and jumplove to all.
-Jump Because

 "I jump because it is 25 years ago, but it is still the favorite picture I have of myself." -Kyle

Bonita Beach, Florida

"My most recent favorite..." -Greg, http://www.gregpphoto.com

"Ok - here are a few of my favorite jumps for submission to the new favorite contest.  I hope you enjoy!" -Rod

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rodkenny/

"I am, therefore I love rustic old churches in middle of nowhere Manitoba." -Rod

Manitoba, Canada

"Ultimate yoga: He is, therefore he jumps." -Rod

Saskatoon ultimate final

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

"We are, therefore we jump." -Rod

Birch Bay, Washington

"This is what I did during my last two weeks." -Evan

http://www.flickr.com/photos/evanhall/

"Vatican Plaza jump!" -Evan

Rome, Italy

"Colosseo jumpin!" -Evan

Rome, Italy

"Jumping at the Spanish Steps." -Evan

Plazza Di Spagna, Rome, Italy

"Buckingham jump!" -Evan

London, England

"What time is it Mister Ben? It's jump time." -Evan

London, England

"I wanted to get a shot of my new red shoes - love them! And what better way to photograph them than to jump in them? It ended up that the best place for taking the photo was against the wall of my house ...in plain view of a busy road! I jump for shoes and for the amusement of people passing by." - Lydia

Warminster, England

"So this is me and Ana jumping for friendship... me and my flatmate in a park near London, its my first year of independence and making money. This girl ana is quite special, very determined and such a fashionista! her love of fashion (the mod look) was only matched by her love of music. She introduced me to such great bands and took me all over london to amazing concerts. She was such a dedicated fan that most musicians we went to see recognized her through her myspace profile. Special girl, who made my year in london incredible, full of music, colours and second hand markets." -Nehal (Cairo, Egypt)

London, England

"I jump because I got to live in London for 6 months on my parents money! CHEERS!" -Bryant

The London Eye, London, England

"We jump because we are so lucky to have been able to travel throughout Europe together! I also think the queen appreciates a little jumping in her life every now and then. And we can't forget the obvious, that Will occasionaly likes to kung fu kick me... please just zoom in on him - his kung fu face...his leg kicking me...his incredible height compared to me...it is all just freaking hilarious - my brother, Will, and I literally were rolling on the ground in front of the palace laughing so hard." -Michelle and Will

Buckingham Palace, London, England

Jumping enthusiast/photographer (to jumper):  "So tell me, why do you jump?"
Dr. Z (jumper):  "...I can't, people are looking for me..."

London, England

"I jump for for the mystical power that is Stonehenge." -Evan

Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England

"I jump because with Aaron by my side, I can do anything." - Rosie

Buxton, England