Journal of strength and conditioning research
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J Strength Cond Res · Jul 2008
Static block jump techniques in volleyball: upright versus squat starting positions.
The difference in maximal jump height between static block jump starting from an upright position (upright BJ) and static block jump starting from a squat position (squat BJ) was determined in 10 division II collegiate women volleyball players. Also determined was the difference in take off time for quick block jump, to a constant point above the net, between upright BJs and squat BJs. An AMTI force plate and a video camera (60 Hz) were used to collect the data. ⋯ They can take off to the same block position equally quickly from either the upright or squat starting position. These data may suggest that conditioning coaches should identify their players' preferred BJ position and incorporate a specific training program to enhance the players' power. Furthermore, the coaches may need to incorporate more specific squat endurance exercises.