EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 22 MIN
Want To Dunk, But Getting Stuffed By The Rim? These Tips Will Help
from Hope Not Nope · host Hope Not Nope
In this episode, we dive into jump training tips, how to improve your vertical, and how to bring hope and fun into your fitness journey. Along the way, we talk about explosive vs. elastic power, targeting the right muscle groups, and why building your vertical is just as much about mindset as it is mechanics. We also share a few stories from our own fitness journeys and how small wins—like dunking on a lowered rim—can create big mental breakthroughs. Here are four tools we break down in this episode: Discover where you're deconditioned or identify the muscles that are limiting your vertical Examine your power profile to know whether you need more explosive or elastic training Assess your vertical to track progress and create a personalized plan Lower the rim and have fun dunking to show your brain and body that it's possible Whether you're chasing your first dunk or just trying to find more joy in movement, this episode blends actionable fitness advice with real hope.-If you have a question you want answered, submit it HEREFollow us on InstagramWatch us on YouTubeVisit our WebsiteWant to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.
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In this episode, we dive into jump training tips, how to improve your vertical, and how to bring hope and fun into your fitness journey. Along the way, we talk about explosive vs. elastic power, targeting the right muscle groups, and why building your vertical is just as much about mindset as it is mechanics. We also share a few stories from our own fitness journeys and how small wins—like dunking on a lowered rim—can create big mental breakthroughs. Here are four tools we break down in this episode: Discover where you're deconditioned or identify the muscles that are limiting your vertical Examine your power profile to know whether you need more explosive or elastic training Assess your vertical to track progress and create a personalized plan Lower the rim and have fun dunking to show your brain and body that it's possible Whether you're chasing your first dunk or just trying to find more joy in movement, this episode blends actionable fitness advice with real hope.-If you have a question you want answered, submit it HEREFollow us on InstagramWatch us on YouTubeVisit our WebsiteWant to help share the message of Hope with others? One big way to help is by sharing this episode with friends and leaving a rating and review.
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