Would you like to learn how to improve your vertical jump to something similar to Lebron James? Have you ever been in shock and awe watching Lebron James take a one-handed shot from the free throw line? Chances are, if you’re reading this, then you’re ready to make your own noise and thunder. This article will focus on how to improve your vertical jump so that one day you can shoot like Lebron James.
Before we get started, let’s list some Lebron James facts for the record:
Height: 6’8
Weight: 250 pounds
Vertical: 41 inches
The real issue here is how did someone that big get a vertical like that? Let’s see it. What we have come to know is that Lebron James has been practicing Olympic weightlifting. This has been shown to be very effective in improving his vertical jump. A variety of legitimate independent studies have proven time and time again the overall effectiveness of Olympic weightlifting for increasing leg strength and, conversely, vertical jumping ability.
Case study
A study was conducted that pitted two groups against each other with the idea of finding out which group made the greatest gains in terms of vertical jumping ability. Group A used Olympic lifts that include high pulls, clean and jerk, and a power clean movement. Group B performed jump augmentation exercises such as single-leg and double-leg hurdle jumps, alternate single-leg hurdle jumps, and other jump-only exercises.
Case study results
The two groups were given the task to perform that set of exercises faithfully for about two months. The results were amazing, to say the least, because I’m sure you thought you knew who the winners would be, right? Surprise, you were proven wrong. Group A was the clear winner having significantly increased their 10 meter sprint speed and standing jump distances over Group B.
Now we don’t want you to think that this is the only reason Lebron James has the jumping ability that he does because he doesn’t. What you should know from this article are three important success factors. Group A won because they were doing the correct exercises, with the correct number of reps, and executing them correctly. As in all things, it is about having a plan of action. The real question is do you have a plan of action on how to improve your vertical jump?