We all hear the common question of 'how high can you jump?' but maybe this isn't the best question. Training for the vertical jump test is a solid indicator of being explosive so don't get me wrong here.
However, an athlete rarely just jumps for the sake of jumping. There is always another task that comes just after that. For example, catching a ball, blocking a shot, heading a ball, etc.
In the above picture is a player who is 5 ft tall and weighs approximately 100 lbs. And while she is well undersized she proves time and time again to be one of the best headers on the field!
It's not just about the ability to jump, it also is about timing, recognition, reaction, and vision!
When trying to improve your vertical jump, add a few extra sets of the sport specific task that the athlete experiences during the game. Not only does this make the task more sport relevant, but the athlete will have a lot more fun as well!
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