What is the Best Jump Program?

The Jump Manual is an extremely comprehensive jump program, and in my honest opinion ticks all the boxes as the Best Jump Program out there. It also looks the most professional, which may not be a good measure of credibility, but in my eyes is very important. If you visit their site, you will find more information, however a brief summary is outlined below of what they offer:

• A full 60 day money back guarantee
• Full Work out chart - very important to track results and stay disciplined
• Training DVD library - to help you visualise your exercises and jumping techniques
• Nutrition plan - you cant get off the ground when you are fat!
• One on one training - a huge 30 days unlimted access - a tool which is unique to Jump Manual
• Weight room alternatives - cant find.afford a full gym membership? No problems!
• Full Education - from jumping techniques through to an eating plan
• Forum access - chat to like minded people instantly
• Access to NBA coach interviews
• Access to shooting coach interviews - its not just about jumping you know!
• They boast multi faceted training - and are the only guys out there which focus on nine different aspects
• They money back guarantee covers 10 inches in 12 weeks - WOW!

You can buy the Best Jump Program here.

Vert freak 101 finishes a close second to 'The Jump Manual'. In essence they are a very similar programs - and offer similar product. What made the difference for me was the ongoing 1on1 support plus the forum offered by the Jump Manual, not just the two hours a day offered by Vert Freak 101, and no forum. However, Vert Freak 101 does offer a pretty good saving of over $17US. There is not much difference in what is offered between the pair, and some people may be suited to go with the cheaper option. Vert freak 101 does boast an average of 8 inches increase on a standing two footed jump. Vert Freak 101 program consists of the following:

• A full 60 day money back guarantee
• Full Work out chart
• Training DVD library - to help you visualise your exercises and jumping techniques
• Nutrition plan - did you know that a proper nutritional plan can help increase muscle repair by up to 150%
• One on one training - Current US champion high jumper and Olympian Jesse Williams is online for two hours per day and is also available to answer questions via email
• Weight room alternatives - medicine ball and body weight work outs
• Over 300 workouts and 180 videos to help the athlete visualise
• Mental and confidence training
• Specific jumping technique training
• Multi faceted training - although not as many facets as the Jump Manual
• Running technique training
• Strengthening program for ankles and hands
• Members newsletter
• Specific Abs workout program
• BONUS recruitment letter template to send to colleges
• BONUS personal email and skype address of program director Adam Linkenauger

You can buy Vert Freak 101 here!.

The Vertical Jump report is a different animal to numbers 1 and 2 on our list. So its has the title of the 3rd best jump program out there today. The program focuses a little more on the individual and stresses the fact that everyone is different - which makes sense right? My issue with the program is that its developer Luke Lowrey is talking about how this program wont be on the net for long and is currently looking to sell for upwards of $20 million to a professional organisation. Mmmmm my 'BS' instincts are aroused! Saying that though, it really does seem to be an impressive combination of research and facts - its meant to be a 'math' based system which can predict how high one can get. The amount of information that comes with the package is truely outsanding. If it wasnt for the claims that this program could be sold for $20 million, I believe the program could rank higher. Some of the benefits of the Vertical Jump report are outlined below:

• A 60 day money back guarantee, they will actually pay you $100 if it doesnt work
• 416 page manual
• Training DVD library -very extensive
• They boast a 'Maths' orientated program - apparently they can plot and predict success rates
• They really emphasise the fact that the program will be personalised to your needs
• Weight room alternatives - not just the gym apparently!
• The program has recently been featured in Slam, ESPN and NBA TV
• The training program was devised by 5 individuals, three of who are from eastern europe, 1 from China and one from Australia
• Full telephone support is offered, as well as one months supply of the exclusive supplemt product Adenotrex

You can buy the Vertical Jump report here!.

The Vertical Explosion program is the brain child of Kurt Howard. To me it seems like he has spent quite alot of time compiling the relevant information as well as designing the website. It actually looks quite snazzy. However one of biggest concerns is the lack of detail within his sales pitch. It seems to have all that is required - I just dont see any evidence! They claim to be able to add 10 inches onto anyones vertical which to me seems a bit like an empty promise. Their motto is 'Dont train harder, train smarter' which to me makes alot of sense. In summary, I just dont believe the Vertical Explosion program is as thorough as my top 3, hence it sits at number 4. Some of the attributes of the program are as follows:

• A 60 day money back guarantee
• Claim they can add 10 inches in 10 weeks
• Their 'Step 1' is to train the proper muscles
• Their 'Step 2' is to train these muscles correctly
• Their 'Step 3' is to train with a multi faceted approach
• They offer a daily step by step routine which is easy to follow
• The program has comes with a full training guide, videos and Ipod clips
• They offer freee lifetime updates, just in case the program becomes outdated
• No Full telephone support is offered or 1on1 support

You can buy Vertical Explosion here!.

Higher Faster Sports is another jumping program which looks like it is more than adequate. I would usally say that its a 'poor mans version' of the Vertical Jump Report yet it actually costs more, so its an absolute no brainer. To give you another example of why this program is inferior, there are no DVDs or video and the manual is just over 140 pages long. The website quality is also very poor - why not spend a little bit of money and smarten it up if the product is so great? Its not hard to make a video and post on youtube then link to the site? Not difficult. Thats just me being picky though. In summary I believe the program is more than adequate, but just needs smartening up. Some of the attributes of the program are outlined below:

• Most programs are based on hype and not proven training methods and tested research
• Say good-bye to one size fits all programs
• Target 10 Qualities For Spectacular Vertical Jump Development
• Know your weak points
• Simple tests to assess your strengths and weaknesses
• Learn 6 categories of plyometric drills and how they should be structured for optimal gains
• The 3 different types of leapers
• The different type of jumping styles
• The truth about training aids and gimmicks
• Fast twitch or slow?
• Natural Body Structure and its effect on your potential
• Potential
• Ethnic Influences: Fact or Fiction?
• Body Composition

You can buy the Higher Faster Sports Jump Program here!.