Archive for the 'how to jump higher' Category

How can i get higher on my jumps so i can start getting revolutions?

August 17th, 2010

Im a figure skater, is there anything i can do off the ice to improve my overall skating, is there anything i should be doing to making my jumps higher,
Do your jumps off the ice and try to get higher and higher every time. Also, there are some excercises that you can do which are [...]

How to jump higher for kicks?

August 14th, 2010

How do you jump higher for kicks such as jump turning back side kick(jump spinning side kick)? I am practicing getting my back leg up, but as soon as I get it up I am back on the ground again. Thanks to anyone who can help!
ssttrrreeettcchhh those legs out. The further you can stretch and [...]

What is the best way to jump higher for basketball?

July 29th, 2010

Yea i need to jump higher before high school basketball season starts, which is like 2-3 months from now. How to run faster? answer
In order to have a good vertical, you have to have good quickness, strength, and flexibility. First you need to increase your flexibility and strength. Stretch before and after your workouts and [...]

How do I jump higher at shows?

July 27th, 2010

I am in the novice eventing team so I only jump 3ft but I want to jump higher individually but it only goes up to 3′6" but I don’t want to do big shows around the country sooo help please?
If you want to jump higher at eventing shows, you will need to move up to [...]

How to jump higher at 13 with out weights?

June 26th, 2010

Im 13 6′3 and 160 pounds. I an a very good basketball player and i want to take my basketball to the next level. How do i jump higher with out weights so i can continue growing?
Plyometrics are the best type of exercise to develop muscular strength and jumping ability.

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How do I prevent ankle injury? Also do you jump higher with on, or both feet?

May 27th, 2010

It seems I always injure the SAME ankle. This time I think I know the cause. I was playing basketball, then I went to go for a rebound. I remember only jumping with one feet. Maybe thats the cause? Also would I jump higher and have more balance jumping with both?
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How can I jump higher in basketball?

May 18th, 2010

I’m a 12 year old boy and I’m 5′11 and weight 140 pounds. I just need to jump like 3 inches higher to dunk. What are some exercises I can do to jump higher?
Your at a good place. Im 14, 6′2 and I can dunk. Dont worry abut getting 3 inches cause your probaly gonna [...]

How to Jump higher in Basketball?

May 10th, 2010

I play alot of basketball and obviously jumping is a very important technic. What are some exercises or tips I could do to Jump higher? Please no smart arse answers.
A good thing to do to jump is to get explosive speed, you can do this by doing sprint work 2-3 times a week. When [...]

How is it that Vince Carter in his prime could jump higher than Lebron James and Vince is less muscular?

May 8th, 2010

They always say strong legs are the key to jumping higher but in this case Vince Carter has skinner legs than Lebron James and he could jump way higher in his prime. So the case of having strong legs is not a factor because I’m sure you all would agree that Lebron James legs are [...]

How can I learn to jump higher for basketball?

April 26th, 2010

I’m the shortest girl on my team and my coach wants me to get bigger calves so i can jump higher to make up for my shortness. What exercises should i do within a couple of weeks?
jump rope works calves and endurance, but also the drill where you jump contimualy up and down touching a [...]