How To Jump Really High

Learning how to jump really high is a long process that requires a ton of time, devotion and even some pain. Certain exercises must be utilized, and you must push yourself when doing them. The following is advice on learning how to jump really high.

1. First, get a gym membership if you do not have one already. Make sure the gym has jump boxes of various heights, or buy your own to use at home.
2. Next, you must start a regular routine, but it will be slower at first, as you will be sore, and not able to work every day for the first few weeks.
   
3. Go to the gym, and do squats, starting light, and working your way up in weight until you are close to your max. Have a spotter if necessary, and make sure to be careful. Other exercises at the gym, such as leg presses, leg lifts, lunges and bench presses are also great as some of them work the right muscles and build endurance, something that you will need.
4. For the first couple of weeks, take at least two days off, and then begin a plyometrics routine. Plyometrics is a type of exercise that helps to build fast and explosive muscles, which are exactly what you will need to jump higher. To do these, do box jumps. Jump onto low boxes, and quickly jump off. Also, try jumping up on one side, down off of the other, and back onto the box, and back down on the original side. Any type of box jumping where you minimize your time on the ground or on the box is perfect.
5. Get into a routine of alternating heavy lifting and plyometrics, each of which should be done for at least one hour. Eventually, you should be able to alternate days, but at first, a day of rest will be needed between exercises. Take at least one or two days off per week, giving your body some time to rest. Keep at it, and eventually, you will be able to jump higher, and you will certainly burn off any excess fat in the process.

Learning how to jump really high is a serious process that requires a lot of commitment. Keep at it, and after a few months, you will be able to see significant improvements in your vertical.