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  • My suggestions are similar to what bccfc92 said....

    My suggestions are similar to what bccfc92 said.

    I would create 2 workouts and repeat them 2-3 days per week.

    I would also keep the intensity of these sessions to a 5-7 out of 10. No need to...
  • Honestly, If you're up 25 pounds since January,...

    Honestly, If you're up 25 pounds since January, then you are on the right track, especially at age 15. Just keep doing what you are doing, and if your weight stalls out, bump up the calories. Simply...
  • I'd be glad to help you out. A few things...

    I'd be glad to help you out.

    A few things first.

    1. Are you doing any wrestling at all right now
    2. When does wrestling volume pick up
    3. What are your current strength levels/what is your...
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    If it gets you mentally ready and heats up your...

    If it gets you mentally ready and heats up your body, then sure. It depends on your needs after that. Do you have mobility or flexibility deficits, or perhaps could your general preparedness improve?...
  • The bottom line for you, since you are already...

    The bottom line for you, since you are already physically matured as far as growth is concerned, is going to be further increasing strength, and simply performing the act of jumping to the rim.
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    Hard to say without more concrete info, goals,...

    Hard to say without more concrete info, goals, areas of weakness, etc.

    The basic answer will always be get stronger, include lateral based exercises, jump, work on flexibility, eat lean meats,...
  • While I don't know your abilities, just by...

    While I don't know your abilities, just by judging you being in the 8th grade, your biggest bang for your buck will be from getting stronger and sprinting period. Don't worry about any gimmicks.
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    I don't see how it would be a bad idea. ...

    I don't see how it would be a bad idea.

    Perform the jumping and sprint work prior to your training sessions 1-2x per week.

    A simple way to attack it would be to, after building a base with...
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    I highly suggest you take a look at Kelly...

    I highly suggest you take a look at Kelly Baggett's stuff over at high-faster-sports. He is one of the best in the biz at grasping how to improve someones vertical
  • Nice articles. How long have you been writing for...

    Nice articles. How long have you been writing for Stack?
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    What are some of your general strength and power...

    What are some of your general strength and power levels. For example Squat, Deadlift, Pull Ups, Bench, Vertical Jump, Broad Jump, etc.

    From there I can better help you
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    Consider finding a local chiropractor/therapist...

    Consider finding a local chiropractor/therapist knowledgeable in Active Release Techniques. Head to activerelease.com/providerSearch.asp
  • Yes, consolodate your intensive training into the...

    Yes, consolodate your intensive training into the same days to allow for further recovery. On the "off days" active recovery, callensitincs, and tempo runs can be useful to speed up the recovery...
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    Specific dynamic. Static stretching ROM has...

    Specific dynamic. Static stretching ROM has little to no impact on sport specific performance. For sprinting, good specific dynamic flexibility should exist in the hip flexors and glutes, to allow...
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    There are simpler means to improve acceleration...

    There are simpler means to improve acceleration than a parachute, of which I'm not a big fan of do to the large amount of movement the the 'chute makes when running.


    In general, without knowing...
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    There are two reasons for an inability in...

    There are two reasons for an inability in performing a high number of pull ups 1) you're overweight and 2) you're weak. Coincidently, if your overweight and/or weak, you more than likely will not...
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    Losing weight can certainly help matters. A good...

    Losing weight can certainly help matters. A good test to see if you could stand to lose some pounds is for me to ask you how many pull ups can you perform?

    Kyle Bohannon, CSCS
  • Generally speaking, work to increase strength,...

    Generally speaking, work to increase strength, improve rate of force development, and improve flexibility and mobility in your ankles, hips, and spine.

    Kyle Bohannon, CSCS
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    They probably recommend overhand because it takes...

    They probably recommend overhand because it takes out a lot of the involvement of the biceps.

    So for one thing, with chins and underhand rows, you feel you are getting a better workout because...
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    No problem, happy to help. Kyle Bohannon, CSCS

    No problem, happy to help.

    Kyle Bohannon, CSCS
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