💡Angle your approach to create a curve, which lowers your center of mass and increases speed.
👣Master the five-step approach for optimal control and speed.
✅Consistency is key - establish a reliable skip as the start of your approach.
🔥Roll through the foot on the penultimate step to maintain momentum.
🏀Practice walkthroughs to reinforce technique and fast-track progress.
What is the ideal foot placement on the takeoff leg?
—For power jumpers, it's important to plant on the heel and roll through the foot to effectively transfer speed upward. For speed jumpers, planting on the ball of the foot is recommended.
Should I use a galloping or a running arm action?
—Both techniques are effective, but the galloping arm action is commonly used to maintain balance and rhythm.
How can I improve my vertical leap in games?
—Practicing the technique through walkthroughs and incorporating the proper footwork during game scenarios will help improve your vertical leap in real-time situations.
Is the five-step approach better than a four-step or six-step?
—The five-step approach is a popular choice as it combines control and speed. Four-step approaches may lack sufficient speed, while six-step approaches can be less consistent and harder to gauge.
How can I ensure consistency in my footwork?
—Establishing a reliable skip as the start of your approach and focusing on consistent foot placement and rollover will help ensure consistency in footwork.
00:00Introduction: Learn the footwork techniques that will instantly improve your jumping ability.
00:26Angle your approach to create a curve, which lowers your center of mass and increases speed.
03:35Master the five-step approach for optimal control and speed.
06:18Consistency is key - establish a reliable skip as the start of your approach.
08:32Roll through the foot on the penultimate step to maintain momentum.
09:59Practice walkthroughs to reinforce technique and fast-track progress.
