The vertical jump is considered by many strength coaches as the best measurement of overall power and athletic ability. Although jumping is an essential part of many sports, it is also very helpful in everyday life. This Vertical Jump workout can not only help increase strength and power but can also improve cardio endurance and stamina.
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EXERCISES
1. DEPTH JUMP
• 8 reps x 4 sets
• Stand on box with one foot off front edge
• Step off box, landing on both feet
• Absorb landing and rapidly jump up as high as possible, using your arms
2. BOX JUMP
• 8 reps x 4 sets
• Stand about 12-18 inches away from box
• Drop into a quater squat, then extedn hips and jump up onto box, swinging arms up in front
• Land both feet completely on box, absorbing the landing with minimal noise
3. SQUAT JUMP
• 10 reps x 3 sets
• From an upright position, lower into a quater squat
• Rapidly extend your hips, swinging your arms up in front and jump as high as possible
• Absorb landing, then rapidly jump up as high as possible again
4. SPLIT SQUAT JUMP
• 10 reps per leg x 3 sets
• Stand with your feet split
• Lower into a quater squat, then papidly extend your hips, swinging your arms up in front and jump as high as possible
• Switch your feet in mid air and land into a quater squat with the opposite foot in front
• Absorb landing, then rapidly jump up as high as possible again
5. ANKLE HOPS
• 1 minute x 2 sets
• Stand with your feet together
• Bend slightly at the knees, then extend your knees and jump straight up
•Absorb landing, then rapidly repeat, keeping your body upright and not swiging your arms
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