The ability to jump high is a product of integrating explosive, limit, and reactive strengths. Explosive strength is the capacity to build up optimal force in the shortest possible time without the need for stretch-reflex plyometric techniques. Limit strength is the total force that you can release regardless of duration. Reactive strength, or plyometric strength, happens when muscles are extended before contraction. To elaborate more in simple terms, here they are in terms of plyometric drills.
1. Explosive Strength Drills – These drills will help you enhance your ability to make movements that are quicker and more forceful.
2. Limit Strength Drills – These drills are created to improve the muscular strength capabilities.
3. Reactive Strength Drills – These drills will aid in increasing the ability to perform movements at the shortest time possible.
Even though these drills are very critical, the most vital part of vertical jumping is consistency and perseverance.