High jump drills

In the 1960s, an Olympic athlete named Dick Fosbury made history with the "Fosbury Flop." Fosbury sprinted to the bar, turned his back and was the first to perform the high jump headfirst. Fosbury won the gold medal in the 1968 Olympics and forever changed the high jump.

Use these 5 tips for high jump training, and you will have a better insight on the methodology that leads high jumpers to their highest potential.

Planning and training for the High Jump - Fosbury Flop

Slam Dunk workout for higher jumps, stronger quads, powerful glutes.

Increase vertical jump with plyometric drills, strength training exercises, and proper jumping technique to become more explosive in any sport.

The high jump track and field event requires skill, agility and speed. After sprinting to gain momentum, jumpers launch over a high bar and land on a crash mat on the other side. For your own safety, it's important to practice good form...

The high jump track and field event requires skill, agility and speed. After sprinting to gain momentum, jumpers launch over a high bar and land on a crash mat on the other side. For your own safety, it's important to practice good form...

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