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Find Out How To Dunk A Basketball
It is the most celebrated shot in the game of basketball. It is the dream of the average player and it is an in-the-face "statement" that a good player makes to a defender. It is the slam dunk. We all know WHAT it is, and most of us WISH we could do it. But how do you dunk a basketball?

Before We Get Started

Before an average player can even think about dunking, he needs to take an inventory and be realistic. A player's height and his athletic abilities are the two main factors that determine from the beginning if he will ever be able to dunk. Not to say it isn't possible, but there are very few 5-6 players that will ever be able to dunk. In fact, an average sized person will have to have above-average jumping ability in order to be able to dunk. Be realistic with yourself. At the same time, don't limit yourself before you even try. Many people have made spectacular increases in their jumping ability. It takes hard work, but you can reap the rewards.

Things you should evaluate before you start:

1.) Is height a problem? This won't change. You CAN learn to jump higher, but you still might never be able to dunk a ball. But, that is okay! Develop other aspects of your game.

2.) Are you overweight? By being overweight, you are limiting your jumping ability.

3.) How athletic are you in general? Some players just have the "gift" of being able to jump. It can be developed as well, but know where you are starting. Get a messurement of your vertical leap before you start so you know how you are progressing.

4.) Are you in good physical shape? Jumping involves muscles from the entire body. Just having strong legs alone is not the answer.

Let's Get Started

Begin by making sure you are in the best overall shape you can be. This includes every area of your body as well as your legs. In order to reach your ultimate jumping potential, you need to start in good shape overall. You use every part of your body while performing a jump, so it stands to reason that your entire body needs to be in shape. While this part of the process isn't glamorous, it needs to be done. A strong foundation is necessary to achieve the best results. Begin with this and you will be rewarded for your efforts.

For the rest of our instructions on How To Dunk a Basketball, see our website on How To Jump Higher.