This is one of the most frequently asked questions I receive via email.
There are a couple of answers to this question:
1st: Increase you maximum strength by using heavy weight
for low reps in the 1 to 5 range. I prefer the Deadlift
over the Squat for several reasons.
2nd: Mix classic kettlebell quick lifts (Snatches, Swings, Jerks) with actual jump training.
Perform each kettlebell drill as fast as possible, lower your weight if you need to.
You're focus is speed, not heavy weight, save that for
the Deadlifts.
3rd: Make sure to shut down your hip flexors. Tight hip
flexors literally put the brakes on powerful hip extension,
which is your goal in vertical jump performance.
4th: Perform over-speed eccentrics to develop higher levels
of reactice strength.
Here's a short clip on the Kettlebell Power-Bomb and Over-Speed Eccentrics:
Here are 2 resources for such information:
Kettlebell & Band Training For Superior Power
Instant Access to 13 of the Top Vertical Jump Training Experts
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Hi Jason,
What are your reasons for preferring the DL over the squat?
cheers,
Stu.
These questions are often.. Increasing our strength will help in Increase Vertical Jump. This will help a lot. Thanks for the information...
These questions are frequently asked by many athletes. Yes! we need to Improve Vertical Jump and it is essential to have training for that. Thanks for the information.
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