Improve your jumping (II)

We will continue talking about exercises to improve your jumping:


Triple jumps 2+1

Purpose: To improve lateral bounding that results in increased stride length. It is also good to develop strength. This drill is a part of
series of drills that all have the same purpose.

Procedure: Progressively increase distance from 10-30 meters/yards.

• Stand tall, head over shoulders.
• Arms bent slightly less than °90.
• Begin with a jog.
• Increase stride length.
• Quick bounce of the ground.
• High knee raise.
• Steady rhythm.

Power Long Jumps

Purpose: To improve lateral bounding that results in increased stride length. It is also good to develop strength. This drill is a part of
series of drills that all have the same purpose.

Procedure: Jump forward continuously off both feet .

• Stand tall, head over shoulders.
• Bend down and swing arms backwards.
• Explode forward and upward at a °45 angle.
• High knee raise.
• Steady rhythm.

REFERENCES:
http://www.fiba.com/pages/eng/cl/training/p/nid/36913/exercise.html
http://www.fiba.com/pages/eng/cl/training/p/nid/36908/exercise.html