Jump Higher to Dunk, Rebound and Block Shots

To make your vertical jump training complete you need to work on the actual act of the jump. There is a correct way to lead into the jump and the jump itself that will give you even more height. Practice it until it becomes second nature.

Jump Higher to Dunk

You have worked hard to build that explosive strength in your legs so you can jump higher in Basketball. Now you have a higher vertical jump than when you started your program, but are you still reaching your full potential? Many athletes fall short of their potential because they have not worked on the process of the jump itself. There is more to just running and making a jump, there is technique in all of this.

The more speed you have built up heading into the jump, the higher you should be able to go. With the increased height from the extra speed you will have a longer hang time. As you dribble, pick the ball up about 10 feet from your target jumping point. Keep driving forward for two steps to set your self up. You should have the ball in one hand if you are able to palm it, otherwise hold it with both hands.

As you approach your jump, plant your forward leg and bend it as you lower yourself for the jump. You will want to have the knee of your lead leg either right over your toes or a little ahead of them. The best foot placement is from heel to toe, you will rock forward to the toes as you push off to help accentuate the momentum. As you push off your toes, simultaneously you must drive your leg into the floor and jump upwards. As you become airborne drive your other leg upwards to assist.

Jumping is a whole body event; you do not just use your legs you must get your arms involved also. As you make the jump, drive your arms upward to help propel your momentum even more. Extend your arm with the ball towards the hoop and reach for the rim. You will have to be able to reach at least 4 to 6 inches above the basket or you will just bounce the ball off the rim.

Practice jumping whenever you can because you will get better at it as the moves become second nature to you. You will get to the point where you do not have to think about it, it just happens. Keep on working on your leg strength and developing the explosive power in your legs so you will continually improve. If you get really good you will be hanging long enough to do those 360 slams.

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