ay static stretching ur hip flexors before u do the jump really helps. even though stretching aint recommended, this one is the exception. if u dont kno wat it is, just go to youtube and it will show u an example of how to do it. its better to run from the side so u have a strong side to jump off of, go down fast as u can, and up as fast as you can, the faster you do this, the higher u jump

there is a whole section on how to jump both off 1 leg and 2 legs in the vertical jump bible

i just practiced my jump until it felt comfortable and was the way i got the highest, just keep practicing and u will be fine

__________________
Age:14 Height: 5' 9" Running Vertical Jump: about 32 inches
Highest Poster On SBT
Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your good is better and your better is best.
-- Tim Duncan

it all depends on your purpose for your jump. Are you going just for your reach or are you taking the ball up with you?

reach as of now,

sad news tho, i think im overtraining, i lost an inch or two on my jump it seems =/

r u doin n e programs e.g vjb

if u think ur overtraining rest 4 a couple of weeks

u will c gains

__________________


Add mah Myspace yall..... Itz pretty tight..
"IF U GET SHOT RUNNIN THA COPS U NOT LIKE ME"

Age: 12
Height: 4'7
Vert Leap: TESTING IN PROGRESS
Standing: TESTING IN PROGRESS
Running 2 Leg: TESTING IN PROGRESS

Well if you think you are over training thats because you probably are...dont over due it...your vert increase depends on how well you take care of your muscles...ie rest, nutrition, vitamins, etc...you get the point...and well if you are just going for reach speed and explosiveness are key...use your upper body in your jump bigger armswing more power