No question, a high vertical leap gives you an extra edge in sports like basketball and volleyball. Most of the time, it is that extra inch that determines whether you or the other guy gets the rebound, or blocks the shot. We have all been there and you know what I mean.

A great way to increase your vertical jump fast is to do single leg squats. Now while doing the squats, it is good idea to go down as much as you can. That is important because then you would be able to increase your glute activation, the large muscle needed for propulsion in a vertical jump.

Such kind of jumping normally requires jumping off one leg, that is where single leg squats can be helpful and effective. Such vertical jump exercises are movement specific and will contribute towards building the required strength. The squat according to experts has to be 1.5 times your body weight, if not twice if you want to give yourselves a fair chance to increase your vertical leap.

Check out your vertical leap training program regularly and If you have managed to surpass your goals, see the reasons for it and perfect on your strengths. If you are performing below expectations get to know the reason why you are doing it and remedy the situation immediately. Adjust your training regimen to match with your progress.

One last exercise you can do to that will increase vertical leap performance is to stand on the edge of a step with only your toes and push up and down. For even more toning hold onto some weights when doing this.