It has long been held that performing stimulating exercises can actually improve one’s vertical jump. In fact, there are already some types of stimulating exercise that have been specifically designed to improve jumping capabilities in an athlete. Most of these are effective to some degree, but not all exercises and programs will actually work for you in the way that you would expect. It is therefore important for you to find which among the stimulating exercises are suited to you and can therefore assist you to improve your own vertical jump. The safest way to find what works for you is to get back to basics. You will find in this article several basic, vertical jump, stimulating exercises that that can help you improve the height you can reach with your jump.

1. 'Toe raise' is one of the simplest stimulating exercises that helps to improve anyone's vertical jump. The reason that it is effective is because it strengthens the calf muscle. Executing the 'toe raise' is not a complex procedure. You can either use specific toe raise equipment found in a fitness gym or you may use a particularly thick plank of wood. Begin by hanging your heels off the edge, and then raise your heels until you reaches the tip of your toes. Lower, to where you can still manage and then raise back up again. Start this exercise without dumbbells or weights, just your own body weight. Additional weights can be used later in the program.

2. Squats are another type of exercise that stimulates vertical leap. Squatting is also an ideal exercise to improve the strength of the legs. How to properly conduct a squat? Squats can be performed in two ways. Firstly by using a particular squat rack as you would use weights in a gym and secondly you may do it anywhere you find convenient, but without the use of weights. To begin your squat, bend your knees as if you are about to sit down. You will need to maintain this posture whilst at the same time holding a straight back. Make sure that your knees are positioned over your feet throughout. Create a 90-degree angle at your knees as you do the squat and then go back up. Before deciding to use weights while you squat, it would be wise to first seek the advice of a qualified trainer, who can then check if you are fit enough to sustain this type of training.

3. Try step ups too! This is an easy type of exercise that only requires you to use either a chair or a bench. Facing the chair or a bench, stand upright and straight. Place one foot flatly on the chair and then proceed to step up then step down again on to the floor. Repeat this same procedure using your other leg.

4. Lunges are effective exercises for jump stimulation as they help to build up the muscles found in the quads. You may do your lunge with or without dumbbells or weights. Start by standing straight, and then lunge forward with one leg. Lunge with that leg until you reach a 90-degree angle on your knee. Then push backward until you return to standing position. Repeat the step using the other leg.

The above four vertical jump stimulating exercises are only few of those available which are specifically designed to improve your vertical leap. They are basic exercises that are proven to work effectively, so apply them and start your workout now!