How to Use Jumpsoles to Improve Vertical Leap

Until Jumpsoles were created, vertical leap and sprint speed were among the hardest things for athletes to improve. Jumpsoles are derived from a relatively simple idea. They are merely weighted blocks that attach to the bottoms of your shoes while still allowing you to run and jump. Despite their simplicity, they are one of the best ways to improve your vertical leap and speed.

Things You'll Need

  • Jumpsoles or equivalent strength-training aide
  • Sneakers
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Instructions

  1. Routine

    • 1

      Plyometric jumps are a great way to utilize Jumpsoles to increase vertical leap. To begin, stand in front of a bench or plyo box. Jump off of both feet and land on the higher surface. Try to remain still after landing. Hold for a second, then jump back down to the ground, again trying to maintain balance. Do three sets of 10 repetitions. As your leap increases, you can try taller and taller surfaces.

    • 2

      Lunges are a great way to build lower-body strength, and adding Jumpsoles makes them an even more effective workout. Once you've put on your Jumpsoles, begin by standing in an open space with your feet together. Extend one foot a few feet in front of you. Dip your body down so that the knee of your back leg is about an inch off the ground. Each one of your legs should be in a right angle. Hold for three seconds, then take a step with your back foot and repeat. You should walk a path that takes about 10 paces three times.

    • 3

      While sprints are targeted at increasing your speed, they are a total leg workout that also increases vertical leap. Put on your Jumpsoles and head to the track. Do the 100-meter sprint as fast as you can. Take as long as you need to recover, then run the sprint again. Do as many as you feel is challenging. You can increase the distance and the number of sprints as you feel more comfortable.