Get More Strength To Jump Higher

A little strength training can go a long way. You can jump higher and have more endurance to last for all the games.

Get Stronger to Jump Higher for Volleyball
By Tim Archbold

If you want to jump higher as a volleyball player you will have to strengthen you legs. There is no way around the fact that it’s the first important step you must make. Just like learning to jump in basketball, volleyball requires much of the same skills. In both sports you will have to jump from a standing position and from a run.
You can do squats to strengthen your thighs which are the biggest muscle involved in jumping. Squats will also help strengthen pretty much the whole body, that’s why squats are considered one of the best all around exercises. If you are not able to do squats, do any exercise that targets the thighs. Next after the thigh muscle you should strengthen the calves by doing basic calf raises.

The idea is to develop explosive strength. Explosive strength comes from doing plyometric type jumping. This type of training will help you explode upwards when you jump. While plyometrics are required, you need to be careful that you don’t over do them because they could lead to injury or burnout. Box jumping, explosive jumps from standing and jumping forward explosively are examples of plyometics.

If you play beach volleyball you know how the sand will bog you down somewhat and stronger legs will also help you there. Learning the technique of jumping may be just as important in jumping higher as getting stronger. Practice your footwork and discover how to use your arms to help get you off the ground.

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