| Though not everyone is naturally gifted to slam dunk | | | | daily basis to increase the strength to give that |
| a basketball, increasing vertical jump aptitude can be | | | | explosive lift required. Exercises such as squats, leg |
| undertaken quite simply. In essence, all it takes is a | | | | curls, leg presses, and lunges are all worthy of |
| little dedication, exercise and taking a healthy | | | | attention. |
| approach to life and lifestyle. Here are a few key tips | | | | It may sound a little too obvious perhaps; but it is |
| to get started and reaching for the skies. | | | | surprising how often the next tip is neglected; |
| Eating a healthy diet is vital to increasing vertical jump | | | | practice. Practicing vertical jumps will not just allow |
| ability. Whilst necessary, over substantial levels of | | | | improvement of technique, but will educate the |
| body mass are counterproductive, as is body fat. | | | | muscles as to what they need to be doing. Quick |
| Increasing the intake of fresh fruit and vegetables will | | | | successive sets of ten to fifteen jumps are always |
| reap benefits, whilst cutting back on sugars and | | | | good right after a workout. |
| alcohol will also help. | | | | As mentioned at the start, increasing vertical jump |
| Excess body fat can also be reduced through | | | | requires dedication, and it is in the repetition of these |
| dedicated daily cardiovascular activities. Whilst building | | | | exercises that success really lies. Leg muscles should |
| up muscles should be kept to a minimum; the burn up | | | | be worked on until they can take no more; and then |
| of calories will have a positive effect on body mass | | | | past this. It is important to be aware of twinges of |
| and tone appropriate to the results required. | | | | course, but drive is the key and will reap huge |
| The leg muscles should be directly worked on with | | | | rewards. |
| heavy weights. Again, this should be conducted on a | | | | |