Monthly Archives: July 2010
Vertical Leap: Trashing the Old Mentality
One of the most thrilling parts of a basketball game is the slam dunking part, which is a skill most players want to reach. Never listen to other people who are discouraging your dreams of attaining that high vertical leap. … Continue reading
How To Jump Higher with Weight Training
Plyometrics is used in weight training such that the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) of muscles is taken advantage of to improve reflex. Concisely, the whole process happens rapidly through the contraction and expansion of muscle fibers opposing resistance. In some cases, … Continue reading
Vertical Jump Training Tips
If you really are interested in plyometrics, you need to have the proper mindset, strength, and body conditioning. Listed below are some tips that will assist you to increase your vertical jump. It is highly recommended that you reduce the … Continue reading
Plyometrics: The Whole Picture
The whole scheme of plyometric training is established on the reality that you are required to make the shortest period of time when in contact with the ground during jumps. This certainly increases your leg power and leads to a … Continue reading
The Way Plyometrics Should Be Defined
Plyometrics are brief and intense bursts of energy drawn out to be used to stimulate those very high verticals. In reality, plyometrics is a very powerful training method created to induce rapid and dominant movements. Plyometrics usually involves exercises such … Continue reading
Plyometrics – Taking the Necessary Precautions
Because of the intense and strenuous nature of plyometrics, it is highly advised that only athletes should undergo this kind of training. Plyometric training is all about explosiveness, so there is a very high risk of hurting yourself. Thus, there … Continue reading
Are Plyometrics Safe or Unsafe
The experts in the science of exercise have varied beliefs when it comes to plyometrics. However, most of them would consent that when performed properly, this training is absolutely harmless. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) assured that plyometrics … Continue reading
Great Plyometric Drills: Depth Jumps
The most efficient method to increase vertical leap is impractical and impossible if your only focus on one method. A single method for having the best result is not realistic. The best way for you to achieve this is to … Continue reading