ADD INCHES TO YOUR VERTICAL

MOVE OF THE MONTH - THE TUCK JUMP

For over 25 years I was a former professional indoor and beach volleyball standout and jumping was my life.

As an outside hitter playing indoor volleyball, I had to spike thousands of balls past 6'8", 6'9" and even 6'11" blockers.

Playing 2-on-2 professional beach volleyball player, I continually exploded out of the sand, crushing balls straight down over an indoor height net.

Did I mention I’m only 5'10"

Jump Training is one of the most popular forms of Plyometrics. More specifically, it is a method where you combine speed and strength in the same exercise. It was a staple in my off-season training during my career, and has become even more important as I get older and my opponents get taller.

This type of training is used by athletes in almost all sports, because it works. If you are an athlete there's a very good chance that you will make tremendous gains in your athletic performance if you add plyometrics into your strength training program.


THE TUCK JUMP

The Tuck Jump is an exercise that will help with your explosive jump and increase your vertical leap. It’s great for developing explosiveness and power in the legs and glutes, both important in adding inches to your jump. Add that your core, agility and balance will be tested and you have yourself a key exercise to add to your training arsenal.

HOW IT’S DONE:

Stand in a half squat position with your hips back, knees over your toes and shoulders over the knees. Jumps as high as you can, bringing your knees to your chest at the top of the jump.

Land in a soft and controlled manner and repeat the jump. Every time you jump, picture yourself leaping over a chain linked fence or a high hurdle, don’t get caught and fall.

Perform 3 sets of 10 jumps, resting for at least 1 1/2 minutes between sets. This ensures that you perform the set at close to your maximum jump and power.

With this exercise done twice weekly, you will be on your way to adding those crucial inches to your vertical.

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Coming soon in 2009 the complete Funk Roberts 6 Week Jump Training E-Book. It includes your jump program with photos, strength training, diet and nutrition, supplementation and more, guaranteed to add 2-10 inches to your vertical.