Getting More Air - Plyometrics for High Jumpers

If you're looking to clear that crossbar with room to spare, incorporating plyometrics for high jumpers into your routine is non-negotiable. You can spend all day in the squat rack, and while that foundation of strength is great, it won't necessarily translate to a massive vertical if you don't know how to move fast. High jumping is a weird, beautiful mix of gymnastics, sprinting, and pure explosive power. Plyos are the bridge that connects your raw strength to that explosive "pop" you need at the takeoff mark. ...

February 9, 2026 · 6 min · Philip Sesion