Fitness training

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If you exercise regularly, you can enjoy many health benefits. Of course you’ll be able to lose weight but you will also reduce your risk for things like diabetes, stroke, heart disease, high blood pressure, and a number of other serious health conditions. When it comes to exercise, every little bit helps but a vigorous workout can help you get a better return on investment for the time you spend exercising. Exercise is good, but strenuous exercise is better and on so we are going to look at some of the benefits of working a sweat.

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

While it’s true that you do not necessarily have to break a sweat to have an effective workout, research shows that a strenuous workout offers more benefits when it comes to preventing cardiovascular disease. There was a study published by the American Journal of Human Biology in 2011 that illustrates this.

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There are many sports in which a better vertical leap would be a valuable asset. Being able to dunk a basketball or grab more rebounds, being able to spike the ball or block shots in volleyball, making the catch or getting the interception in football are just a few examples. I’m sure you realize that improving your vertical leap can be very beneficial, but how do you go about doing it? Keep reading for 7 ways to increase your vertical leap.

1. Assess Your Current Vertical Leap

Before you start working on improving your leaping ability, it is important to know what your current ability is. To see how high you can currently jump, you may need to ask a friend for help. Find a vertical surface, like a pole or a wall, where you will be able to leave a mark with a pen or a piece of tape.

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