The supplement industry is a multi-billion dollar industry, with new products entering the market every day.
This has made it very difficult to distinguish between products that work and those that don’t.
The sad reality is that most supplements DO NOT work at all! They are just expensive pills, powders and shakes that are only good for putting a dent in your pocket.
However, there are SOME supplements that will increase your vertical jump and improve your athletic performance.
Here is a list of the supplements that work and the ones you should avoid at all costs.
NOTE: Supplements are NOT an alternative to a good balanced diet. As their name suggests, they should only ‘supplement’ your current diet.
3 great supplements for vertical jump training
1. Whey protein
- This is one of the best forms of protein.
- It’s high-quality protein that builds muscle fast and improves recovery time.
- This is especially important if you train with weights.
2. Creatine
- After years of scientific testing, creatine has been shown to improve athletic performance.
- It works by improving your ability to exercise at a higher intensity.
- It also helps you exercise for longer periods of time.
3. Multivitamins
- If you don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables every day, you need to take a multivitamin.
- Multivitamins ensure that your body functions smoothly and optimally.
- They help many bodily processes run smoothly, from sleep to digestion.
Supplements to Avoid
The supplements to avoid are easy to find.
These are those supplements that claim to improve your athletic performance without any work on your part.
These are the supplements you should avoid:
1. Vertical bang
2. Adenotrex
3. Any other ‘overpriced’ supplements.
Now don’t get me wrong.
Most of these overhyped supplements contain some useful ingredients (like creatine), but simply taking them without training will NOT make you jump higher.
Where to buy supplements
There are many places where you can buy supplements, from your local health store to online stores.
Personally, I buy almost all of my supplements online because I have found them cheaper there.
Conclusion
Supplements are very important if you want to jump higher.
However, if you already have a good diet consisting of balanced meals, you do not need to use them.
For more information on sports nutrition and free tips on how to jump higher, visit my vertical jumping website.
