Vertical Jump Resource

Vertical Jump Program Ranking Change

admin — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 03:10:03 +0000

Some of you may have noticed that I have switched the positions of my top 2 vertical jump programs. Originally, the Vertical Jump Bible was ranked #1 and The Jump Manual was #2. However, I have recently decided to switch The Jump Manual to the #1 position for a few reasons. First, some of the visitors [...]

Update

admin — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 05:10:19 +0000

Hey guys. Sorry for the lack of updates to this site. I’ve been incredibly busy with my neuroscience studies, laboratory work, and work at the hospital. I’ll try to get some more posts up here in the coming weeks. If this is your first time at the VJR website…welcome! Hopefully the information I’ve posted so [...]

Sample Vertical Jump Workout | Plyometric Workout

admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:46:50 +0000

I thought I’d take some time today to post a sample vertical jump workout that you can do right at home. This workout assumes that you do not have any weights to work with. Therefore, it will be based on plyometric exercises rather than weight lifting exercises. If you’re already using weights to help improve [...]

Help With ACL Tears

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:43:10 +0000

The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) seems to be one of the most commonly torn ligaments in the body. This is especially true amongst athletes who play sports like basketball, soccer, and football. Any sport that requires quick changes in direction and has the possibility for collisions with other players is a potential threat to the [...]

Sprained Toe Symptoms And Treatment

admin — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:58:24 +0000

A toe sprain is one of the less common sports related injuries, but it can be just as much of a nuisance as any other sprain. As with any sprain, the treatment follows several easy steps. The main problem with a toe sprain is that it’s hard to rest the toe, especially since you probably [...]

How To Treat Knee Sprains

admin — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 01:05:06 +0000

A sprained knee can be a huge problem for any athlete. This type of injury is extrememly common in sports like football and basketball where quick changes in direction are a pivotal part of the game. A knee sprain is often caused by a twist of the upper leg while the foot is firmly planted [...]

Sprained Wrist Symptoms And Treatment

admin — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:36:49 +0000

Listed below are some of the most common sprained wrist symptoms. The most important thing you’ll want to do after you hurt a wrist, or any part of the body, is make sure that it isn’t broken. A broken bone that goes unchecked can cause serious problems later on in life. Limited movement and regular pain [...]

How To Treat a Sprained Ankle

admin — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:29:12 +0000

Almost every athlete has experienced the sharp, searing pain that accompanies a sprained ankle. If you haven’t, consider yourself extremely lucky. Here are a few tips to help you out when you do get a sprained ankle. You should always begin treating a sprained ankle as quickly as possible. This will greatly reduce the amount of [...]

How To Treat A Jammed Finger

admin — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:15 +0000

A jammed finger can really put a damper on your day. This is especially true if you’re an athlete who needs his or her hands to perform well in a game of finesse. Here are a few things you should do to help treat a jammed finger. First, you should take a look at whether or [...]

Ankle Bounces With Medicine Ball

admin — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:40 +0000

Ankle bounces, with or without weights, are great for increasing your vertical jump. The repetetive motion conditions and strengthens your legs for the jumping motion. If you’ve already been doing standard ankle bounces, try doing them with a little extra weight. One easy way to add a little resistance is to use a medicine ball. This [...]