These days athleticism is so important to success in basketball that players who ignore their vertical jump training do so at their peril. While there is some degree of genetic ability and propensity to good jumping, most people can significantly increase their vertical by training and focusing on the right kind of exercises to maximise their efforts. This is where your fast twitch muscle fibers come into play since they are the ones responsible for the quick reactions and explosive power that you use when jumping, changing direction or going on that quick first step. The best way to train these muscles is with practical exercises that mimic the real world results that you want to achieve. Continue reading