Chris Paul Rookie Or How to Increase Vertical Jump

Chris Paul Rookie Or How to Increase Vertical Jump

In case you didn't know - Chris Paul, the 5'11" point guard of the New Orleans Hornets has a 38-inch vertical! But maybe you did, maybe you also have seen his monster dunk over the 6'11" center Dwight Howard. In case you didn't, simply look it up on youtube.

For those who ask themselves how Paul improved his vertical that much - cause he isn't a "natural jumper" like so many - simply take a look at his summer weight program - but don't forget that this workout is designed for a professional basketball player and you should consult your physician first.

"I had to work real hard on my vertical. Its important to work on your whole body, not only the legs." - Chris Paul

The 4 days a week, one hour a day workout consists of:

Lat Raise: 3 sets, 10 reps, 20 lbs.
Pec Deck: 3 sets, 10 reps, 80 lbs.
Tricep Press: 3 sets, 10 reps, 80 lbs.
Lat Pull: 3 sets, 10 reps, 130 lbs.
Seated Row: 3 sets, 10 reps, 120 lbs.
Bent Fly: 3 sets, 10 reps, 40 lbs.
Curls: 3 sets, 10 reps, 20 lbs.
Leg Curl: 3 sets, 10 reps, 100 lbs.
Hack Squat: 3 sets, 10 reps, 300 lbs.
Calf Raises: 3 sets, 10 reps, 100 lbs.
Bench Press: 3 sets, 10 reps, 130 lbs.

Use less weight and more repetitions to avoid getting too bulky. If you want to get "bigger", then go on heavier weights, lower reps.

Here is one example for the vertical leap exercises, its called "plate squats".

Starting Position: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, hips back. Hold a weight plate with both hands at chest level, elbows bent.

Movement: Lower yourself until knees and hips are fully bent.
Be certain to keep the knees directly over the toes. Extend knees and hips until legs are straight. Return and repeat. Also, be sure to keep your head forward, back straight and feet flat on the floor, do not raise your heels. As you extend up, think of driving your heels into the floor.

And of course, you have to use the jumping rope - it not only gives you explosiveness and calf strength but is also a great way to build stamina, and work on your overall leg strength. Do 200 jumps 3 times a week.

If you are really interested in improving your vertical and are searching for a good vertical program, I definitely can recommend The Jump Manual, it gives you all the stuff you need to improve your vertical.

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Jump Workouts - How to Increase Vertical Leap

Jump Workouts - How to Increase Vertical Leap

If you play basketball you have wanted to know how to increase your vertical jump height. The good news is that there are workouts your can do to jump higher. The only bad news is that you could have been jumping higher a long time ago.

What if I already jump high can I jump higher?

No matter how high you jump you can jump higher by doing some workouts designed to train your body to be a jumping machine.

Here are some of the best exercises you can do to increase your vertical leap.

Seated Box Jumps

This is one of the best exercises you can do to improve your vertical but I never see coaches or athletes doing it. Grab a chair or something to sit on that is knee height. Place a high box in front of the chair and from your seated position jump onto the box with one powerful movement. What does this do? It forces you to use more muscles to jump. Most people only bend their knees slightly when jumping. The more force you put against the ground will result in you getting higher. Ball Throws

This is another priceless workout that you must do if you want to learn how to jump higher. Take a medicine ball that weighs around 8 pounds. With feet shoulder width apart bend at the knee keeping the back straight until the ball touches the ground between your feet. Now throw the ball up in the air as high as you can while jumping to increase the height the ball goes.

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