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5 Strength Training and Plyometric Drills to Improve Rebounding
- By Alli Williams
Learn to be a better rebounder with these proven exercises and methods for basketball players
You may think rebounding is based off of athleticism or height, but this belief is false.
Rebounding is a developed skill that anyone can acquire through proper training – specifically,
strength and plyometric training. Since rebounding has many components to it, there are many
drills you can do in order to improve your rebounding ability. This article will highlight what I
believe to be the best training methods for turning any athlete into a strong rebounder.
Rebounding is a developed skill that anyone can acquire through proper training – specifically,
strength and plyometric training. Since rebounding has many components to it, there are many
drills you can do in order to improve your rebounding ability. This article will highlight what I
believe to be the best training methods for turning any athlete into a strong rebounder.
#1: Squats
This is essential for athletes to work out their entire lower body. Squats are great for increasing
muscle endurance and strength. The endurance will allow basketball players to jump higher,
run faster and run longer. Leg strength contributes to staying low and boxing out your
opponent. When you are able to hold your man and push them back, you will give yourself a
better chance of grabbing the rebound. Almost everyone is familiar with the squat technique;
start with your feet hips width apart and back straight. Push hips back with weight on heels
until your knees are parallel to the floor. Use your leg muscles to push back up. In order to keep
your body guessing, it is good to perform different squat techniques. Here are some variations
of the squat.
- Body weight squat - Squat at high repetitions with your body weight. This method will
increase muscle endurance while weighted squats will increase muscle strength.
- Back squat – Squat with the barbell rested behind your head on your shoulders and
neck.
- Front squat –Squat with the barbell in front of your body with elbows parallel to the
ground.
- Goblet squat – Squat with a dumbbell or weight plate held between your legs. Lower
until the weight touches the ground and come back up.
- Overhead squat – Hold the barbell with a grip that is much wider then shoulder width.
With arms fully extended overhead, perform squat. Note: this is one of the hardest
squats because it requires good balance from the core and shoulders.
This is essential for athletes to work out their entire lower body. Squats are great for increasing
muscle endurance and strength. The endurance will allow basketball players to jump higher,
run faster and run longer. Leg strength contributes to staying low and boxing out your
opponent. When you are able to hold your man and push them back, you will give yourself a
better chance of grabbing the rebound. Almost everyone is familiar with the squat technique;
start with your feet hips width apart and back straight. Push hips back with weight on heels
until your knees are parallel to the floor. Use your leg muscles to push back up. In order to keep
your body guessing, it is good to perform different squat techniques. Here are some variations
of the squat.
- Body weight squat - Squat at high repetitions with your body weight. This method will
increase muscle endurance while weighted squats will increase muscle strength.
- Back squat – Squat with the barbell rested behind your head on your shoulders and
neck.
- Front squat –Squat with the barbell in front of your body with elbows parallel to the
ground.
- Goblet squat – Squat with a dumbbell or weight plate held between your legs. Lower
until the weight touches the ground and come back up.
- Overhead squat – Hold the barbell with a grip that is much wider then shoulder width.
With arms fully extended overhead, perform squat. Note: this is one of the hardest
squats because it requires good balance from the core and shoulders.
#2: Pull-ups
Pull-ups are one of the best exercises basketball players can do. They are especially useful for
rebound improvement since the pulling motion is similar to the motion of pulling down a
rebound. Pull-ups strengthen the back and arm muscles used when ripping down a rebound so
you are more powerful during a basketball game. You can find a pull up bar at any gym, buy one
for your home, or improvise with anything that will allow you to safely pull yourself up. Grab
the bar with hands facing away from your face (or you can do chin ups when the hands face
towards you). Using your back muscles, pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar; lower
yourself until arms are straight. Aim for at least three sets for 8-12 reps. If you are experienced
with pull-ups, try wearing a weighted vest or attached a weight plate between your legs. If you
cannot complete pull-ups on your own, get a partner to help support you or use the assisted
pull-up machine at your gym.
Pull-ups are one of the best exercises basketball players can do. They are especially useful for
rebound improvement since the pulling motion is similar to the motion of pulling down a
rebound. Pull-ups strengthen the back and arm muscles used when ripping down a rebound so
you are more powerful during a basketball game. You can find a pull up bar at any gym, buy one
for your home, or improvise with anything that will allow you to safely pull yourself up. Grab
the bar with hands facing away from your face (or you can do chin ups when the hands face
towards you). Using your back muscles, pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar; lower
yourself until arms are straight. Aim for at least three sets for 8-12 reps. If you are experienced
with pull-ups, try wearing a weighted vest or attached a weight plate between your legs. If you
cannot complete pull-ups on your own, get a partner to help support you or use the assisted
pull-up machine at your gym.
#3: Plyometrics
Vital for increasing timing and muscle reaction, plyometrics train your muscles to contact
quicker and more explosively when jumping for a rebound. This explosiveness will also help
you beat your opponents to the ball. Furthermore, plyometrics can increase your vertical jump,
which is a huge component for becoming a better rebounder. Here are a few simple plyometric
drills you can do pretty much anywhere.
- Squat jumps – Wearing a weighted vest, lower into a squat position and explode off the
ground. Imagine yourself jumping higher each time in order to grab a rebound. Do three
sets for 8-12 reps.
- Box jumps – Stand about 1-2 feet away from a sturdy box at an appropriate height for your
abilities. Standing still, lower into a position similar to squat and jump up and forward onto
the box. When landing, make sure you land gently on the balls of your feet so that less
pressure is put on your knees. Again, wear a weighted vest to make this more challenging.
Do three sets for 8-12 reps.
- Broad jumps – Start with feet hip distance apart and lower down to get more power. Jump
as far forward as you can. Land softly and repeat this action as quick as you can. Limiting
time on the ground trains your muscles to contract quicker. Do three sets for 8-12 reps.
Vital for increasing timing and muscle reaction, plyometrics train your muscles to contact
quicker and more explosively when jumping for a rebound. This explosiveness will also help
you beat your opponents to the ball. Furthermore, plyometrics can increase your vertical jump,
which is a huge component for becoming a better rebounder. Here are a few simple plyometric
drills you can do pretty much anywhere.
- Squat jumps – Wearing a weighted vest, lower into a squat position and explode off the
ground. Imagine yourself jumping higher each time in order to grab a rebound. Do three
sets for 8-12 reps.
- Box jumps – Stand about 1-2 feet away from a sturdy box at an appropriate height for your
abilities. Standing still, lower into a position similar to squat and jump up and forward onto
the box. When landing, make sure you land gently on the balls of your feet so that less
pressure is put on your knees. Again, wear a weighted vest to make this more challenging.
Do three sets for 8-12 reps.
- Broad jumps – Start with feet hip distance apart and lower down to get more power. Jump
as far forward as you can. Land softly and repeat this action as quick as you can. Limiting
time on the ground trains your muscles to contract quicker. Do three sets for 8-12 reps.
#4: Weighted jumps
Weighted jumps are a sub category of plyometrics because they train your muscle fibers to react
more quickly. These exercises are ideal for basketball players specifically to increase vertical
jump.
- Weight plate jumps- Hold a 5-10 pound plate over your head and try to touch the
backboard. Complete this for 12-15 reps and go to the other side of the basket. Once you
have completed two sets with weight, take a ball and repeat the drill. You will find it much
easier to touch the backboard since the ball is significantly lighter than the weight.
- Weighted vest jumps - Stand at the foul line and throw or bounce the ball at the backboard.
Wearing a weighted vest, jump as high as you can and reach the ball at its peak. Finish the
lay-up or throw an outlet pass; complete 5 sets of 5 reps.
- Weight put backs- Stand in the center of the key about two feet in front of the basket. With
arms extended holding a 5-10 pound plate overhead, jump straight up. Next, pivot towards
the basketball and jump again as to finish the put back lay-up. Do three sets of 10
repetitions.
Weighted jumps are a sub category of plyometrics because they train your muscle fibers to react
more quickly. These exercises are ideal for basketball players specifically to increase vertical
jump.
- Weight plate jumps- Hold a 5-10 pound plate over your head and try to touch the
backboard. Complete this for 12-15 reps and go to the other side of the basket. Once you
have completed two sets with weight, take a ball and repeat the drill. You will find it much
easier to touch the backboard since the ball is significantly lighter than the weight.
- Weighted vest jumps - Stand at the foul line and throw or bounce the ball at the backboard.
Wearing a weighted vest, jump as high as you can and reach the ball at its peak. Finish the
lay-up or throw an outlet pass; complete 5 sets of 5 reps.
- Weight put backs- Stand in the center of the key about two feet in front of the basket. With
arms extended holding a 5-10 pound plate overhead, jump straight up. Next, pivot towards
the basketball and jump again as to finish the put back lay-up. Do three sets of 10
repetitions.
#5: Core
Your core is where all of your strength and power come from. The stronger your core, the
stronger and more efficient your other muscles will become. If your core is weak, your other
muscles will not be able to perform as efficiently. Therefore, a strong core is necessary to
complement the exercises mentioned above. A strong core is also crucial for boxing out and
moving your opponent. Most people think core is purely abdominals. However, training your
core involves strengthening your back and shoulders as well. Do this routine 3-4 times a week
and you will have a stronger core in no time.
25 push-ups
1 minute plank
1 minute wall sit
Repeat this cycle 4-5 times. Also, you can add in any abdominal drills you like to supplement
these exercises.
For more rebounding drills and defensive exercises:
Defensive Skills and Drills by Michigan State’s Tom Izzo.
Championship Rebounding with Jamy Bechler.
Vertical Jump Training featuring Coach David Sandler.
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