Figure 12. Jump, jump, jump, vertical jump.

The athlete performs 3 successive broad jumps and immediately progresses into a maximum-effort vertical jump. The 3 consecutive broad jumps should be performed as quickly as possible and attain maximal horizontal distance. The third broad jump should be used as a preparatory jump that will allow horizontal momentum to be quickly and efficiently transferred into vertical power. Encourage the athlete to provide minimal braking on the third and final broad jump to ensure that maximum energy is transferred to the vertical jump. Coach the athlete to go directly vertical on the fourth jump and not move horizontally. Use full arm extension to achieve maximum vertical height