This Vertical Jump Bible review takes a look at one of the earliest jump training programs that is still effective today. So, if you’re looking to increase your vertical and learn to dunk, this is one of the programs that will get you there. Even if you’re not interested in dunking (yeah…
Wondering about Strength shoes, the so-called shoes that make you jump higher? Before I go into the strength shoes themselves and strength shoe workouts below, let’s see if there are really shoes that make you jump higher? This is a basketball player’s dream. After all, it adds extra inches to your…
There are a lot of vertical jump training systems around and many of them work. The real question is. “what kind of program are you looking for?” At least for me, when I was looking around, that was an important part of my decision making. I was sure that I…
As players get stronger and more athletic, the importance of plyometrics for basketball also increases. This type of exercise helps players become more explosive as well as jump higher. As such, it gives you and advantage over your competition. Whether you’re playing basketball, volleyball or any sport that requires jumping…
We’ve been getting a lot of questions about what exercises to jump higher. Anyone who’s played basketball or volleyball knows the value of being able to go up and get after that ball. But, the tough part is figuring out what and how to train to actually achieve the desired results.…
Not sure how to increase vertical jump ability? Here are 7 things you can do to add inches to you vertical. The ability to jump up, hang in the air and dunk the basketball used to be an art only a few blessed individuals like Dr. J, Michael Jordan and…
The vertical jump test, also called the Sargent jump test, is a physical fitness test that’s often used to determine power in the lower body. Compared to lifting objects using one’s legs, the vertical jump test looks at the explosive power that the athlete’s legs can deliver. This makes it different…
What is the average vertical jump for men and women, by age and by height? One of the best ways to see how well you’re doing in any skill is to compare with others. So, measuring yourself and how high you jump to the average vertical jump of your peers…
We’ve all seen them make highlight reels and plays that make our jaws drop. But who was the highest vertical jump in the NBA that we’ve seen? Is it Michael Jordan, Zach Lavine, LeBron James? Well, if you want to be technical about it then you can refer to the…