Learn How to Jump Higher
We might not be able to fly but we can jump. When it comes to jumping not everyone is able to achieve really high heights. Many people are always in search of ways by which they can improve how high they can jump. The good news is there are many easy exercises that can achieve this. Doing this will soon have you going higher.
WARMING UP
A warm up is essential before you can start any exercises. Not engaging in warm ups can result in undue muscle cramps and stress. Engage in light cardio activity. You could skip for a short while. A good warmup will have your blood pumping.
JUMPING EXERCISES
All done with the warm up? Now you are ready. You can now engage in jumping exercises. These exercises are aimed at increasing the strength and flexibility of your legs and knees. Perform the following carefully.
Deep Knee Bends - Start from a standing position. Gently bent your knees without bending your back. Keep going low until you reach your limit. Do 15 reps of this.
Deep Knee Bend Jumps - Just like the first, start with your back straight in a standing position. And then, in one swift motion, crouch really low before shooting yourself into the air. As soon as you land , again redo the process. Do 10 to 15 repetitions of this.
Toe Raises - Start from a standing position with your back straight. Then very gently raise yourself on your toes. Hold for a 2 count and then slowly rest back. Try not to rock back and forth. Repeat this 20 to 25 times.
Jumping Rope - Practice makes perfect they say. Try engaging in a series of daily jumps with the help of a jump rope. This will improve your reflexes as well as strengthen the muscles required for jumping.
Jumping Lifestyles:
Aside from exercise, certain lifestyle changes can improve your jumping. One of these is to lose some weight. The lighter you are, the farther your muscles will be able to push you. A quick look at people who compete for the high jump will prove this. The heavier you are, the more difficult it will be for you to raise youself.
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