
beginner vertical jump training
v1by FitnessGrid
An 8-week evidence-based program combining strength and plyometrics to increase explosive power and vertical reach.
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FitnessGrid is an AI coach that plans your week and adapts as you go. Install beginner vertical jump training and your coach will follow this protocol every week, learn from what you actually do, and adjust on the fly.
- Your coach builds the week from this skill
- Adapts to your actual progress, not a static template
- Free to start — no credit card, ~60 seconds to set up
Procedure
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Assess and Baseline: Ask the user for their current vertical reach (wall touch) and if they have experience with squats and basic jumps to ensure readiness for Phase 1.
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Phase 1: Foundation & Mechanics (Weeks 1–3):
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create_weekto initialize three weeks of training. - Use
create_workoutfor three sessions per week (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri) with 48 hours between for CNS recovery. - Use
add_exerciseto populate each session:- Box Jumps (Low): 3 x 5 (Focus on soft landing).
- Goblet Squats: 3 x 10.
- Pogo Jumps: 3 x 20 sec (Focus on ankle stiffness).
- RDLs (Light): 3 x 12.
- Plank: 3 x 45 sec.
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create_noteto attach coaching cues: "Sit back into the chair" and "Land like a ninja."
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Week 4: Scheduled Deload:
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create_weekfor the deload cycle. - Apply volume reduction: Reduce all sets from Phase 1 by one set.
- Apply intensity reduction: Reduce loads/weights by 20%.
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create_noteto emphasize "maximum movement speed" and form perfection over intensity.
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Phase 2: Power & Explosiveness (Weeks 5–8):
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create_weekto initialize the final four weeks. - Use
add_exerciseto shift toward intensive plyometrics:- Countermovement Jumps: 4 x 3 (Maximum intent).
- Weighted Squats: 4 x 6 (Implement progressive overload weekly).
- Broad Jumps: 3 x 5.
- Bulgarian Split Squats: 3 x 8/leg.
- Depth Jumps (Low Box): 3 x 5 (Focus on "the bounce" and minimal ground contact).
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create_noteto update coaching cues: "Load the spring," "Push the floor away," and "Reach for the ceiling."
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Progress Tracking:
- Every two weeks, prompt the user to record their vertical reach and working squat weight.
- Monitor RPE; if a "Moderate" session is rated "Hard" for two consecutive sessions, advise an additional rest day.
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Final Evaluation: At the end of Week 8, instruct the user to perform a final vertical reach test to measure total progress in inches/centimeters.