Jump Higher for Basketball
Need to learn how to jump higher fast? Don’t worry, you can increase your vert by 10 inches with the right routine.
Lets look a few things you can do to start your jumping transformation to heights you thought unattainable.
First off, you need strong legs if you are going to jump. The test for this is to see if you can squat your weight on your back 8 times in 8 seconds. If you can do that you are ready to start plyos.
Now that you have strong enough legs you need to teach them how to jump. The first exercise is to pick something like the rim or backboard and jump to touch it. As soon as you land, spring back up and touch it again. You want to stay on the ground for as little time as possible.
The biomechanics of your jumping form will influence your jump height a great deal. Your arms can increase your vert by a few inches by themselves.
Keep your arms straight when they cock back behind you and swing them forward with force.
Depending on the sport you play, the approach and arm swing will be slightly different.