How To Improve a Vertical Jump With Resistance Bands

For people who like to play sports, there are certain things they have to work on. There are many ways to improve a vertical jump for your basketball game, volleyball match or track and field event. The vertical jump can be improved with resistance bands. These bands are long strings of rubber or nylon that help you with your workout. The only thing you need is your will and a resistance band, and you'll be on your way to improving your vertical jump.

Things You'll Need

  • Resistance band
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Instructions

    • 1

      Set aside time to work on your vertical jump. You need at least an hour per day for no less than three days per week. This is only the minimum if you expect good results. Make sure that you choose the right color band for your workout. Bands are color-coded. Each color represents a different level of resistance. Yellow and red bands are the least stiff bands. Black and silver bands are the stiffest.

    • 2

      Crouch and start with wrapping the resistance band from the back of your neck to the bottom of your feet and stand on the band. Make sure that you have good balance.

    • 3

      Stand up slowly. Be sure to lift with your legs. Do this with a little bit of a swooping motion front to back, almost as if you are trying to stick out your buttocks. This is mostly a leg exercise, so do not lift with your back as this could cause serious life-long injuries.

    • 4

      Throw your shoulders back a little to ensure that the band will stay on as your legs are being straightened. This will put stress on your legs and make them stronger and able to handle more. This workout also gets your leg muscles used to being stretched.

    • 5

      Repeat this exercise for about 15 minutes per workout. If you like, you can also lay on your side then your back and repeat the exercise. It will be more comfortable to do it this way, but just as efficient. The goal is to increase the strength in your legs, so that you can improve your vertical jump.