Depressed?Try Lifting Weights. |
It's
common knowledge that strength (resistance) training helps you burn
fat, raises metabolism, and develops strength, but you probably didn't
realize that it helps you recover from mental stress. Cortisol is a
hormone that breaks down muscle, and is present in higher levels when
you are mentally stressed. Strength training releases endorphins which
block pain, make you feel better, and suppress
cortisol. Less cortisol means better muscle growth and an improved
sense of well being. Don't limit your workout to only plyometrics. Add
strength training to your workout. Your vertical jump and horizontal
speed will increase, as will your general happiness.
Here are some Strength Training Exercises for vertical jump:
1. Step-ups
2. Squats
3. Lunges
4. Calf-raises
5. Medicine Ball throws
Do these with weight belts to increase effectiveness.
Plus here's an extra exercise: High Knee Jumps - standing in place, jump as high as you can and touch your knees to your chest. As soon as you hit the ground, jump again. Twice a week for eight weeks do: 20,30,40,45,50,55,60,70 - meaning 20 the first week and 70 the eighth week - do these in sets of 20 at most, resting 30 seconds in between sets. You can add this to your Jumpsoles program the second time through.
Here are some Strength Training Exercises for vertical jump:
1. Step-ups
2. Squats
3. Lunges
4. Calf-raises
5. Medicine Ball throws
Do these with weight belts to increase effectiveness.
Plus here's an extra exercise: High Knee Jumps - standing in place, jump as high as you can and touch your knees to your chest. As soon as you hit the ground, jump again. Twice a week for eight weeks do: 20,30,40,45,50,55,60,70 - meaning 20 the first week and 70 the eighth week - do these in sets of 20 at most, resting 30 seconds in between sets. You can add this to your Jumpsoles program the second time through.
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Sport Specific Training Exercise of
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Supine Chest Flys with
Strength Bands - Lying on your back with a Strength Band and under your
shoulders, do Supine Chest Flys. Do 3 sets of 10 reps.
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