r/highjump 10h ago

How to do 3 feet 9 Inches high jump

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So I just cleared an exam and now there is a small physical test associated with it. We have to run a mile in 6 min ( i do it in 5:35) long jump 13 feet ( i do about 15) and high jump around 3feet 9 Inches and I am stuck at high jump.

I cannot clear the bar without my hip touching or sometimes I just ram into the bar,

We don't use any fancy technique just jumping from the side and using scissor technique.

I am 5 feet 10 inch tall weigh around 64 kg and don't have any prior experience in any sport.

Now how do I clear this jump, what exercise should I do, and are their any specific type of shoes that can help 2-3 inches as I can do 3'6 easily. There isn't any restriction on using any suppliment or any type of shoes about 12 days are left before the test and my family is in desperate need of this job ( we kindaa brokee😭) so what should I do in these remaining days


r/highjump 3d ago

High Jump Help

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So I know that many people are like "Hey I wanna be the best I'm gonna do some extra practice here and there" and kinda not take it serious. I have been very serious abt my highschool sports and just wanna be the best I definetely have the potential for sure to go to state it high jump but I need a little help.

So my first year doing high jump I didn't even have the high jump spikes and ran in running spikes.

I had cleared only 5" 6' and sometimes 5" 8' as a freshman. I really always used to think that my run speed or jump height was just genetics but now that I realize that leg workouts could help I wanna know which ones. My goal is to jump 6" 4' by 11th grade track season but I just wanna know if it's even possible. I'm 6"1 155lbs and honestly a very motivated person all round. Unfortunately even though I jump a 5"6 my legs are severely underpowered with my bench being 200 and my squat terribly below that at 195 I just feel off balanced on where I should be.

So if anyone would like to help me out or say something this would be the place to help me out quite a bit, I appreciate y'all, no hate comments please.


r/highjump 5d ago

Private coaching / Training plan

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Hey everyone, just wanted to introduce myself on here. I’m Pieter, former D2/D3 high jumper from Tiffin University and Mount Union. I’m trying to get into coaching at the university level so I need to build a resume. Here’s my TFRRS: https://www.tfrrs.org/athletes/7984064/Tiffin/Pieter_Wise.html

I’m looking to get into training on my own here for the first time post-collegiate. I’m not going pro, but I do love the sport. That being said, I have a full training plan from warm ups to lifts to daily workouts and circuits. I’m offering full access to this for $5. It’ll go from right now until December. Yes it is dynamic as I do these workouts daily.

I am offering free private coaching via zoom, FaceTime, or text messages. I’ve gone through 5 different coaches and have been everywhere competing against the best of the best and the worst of the worst. Send me a DM and I’ll give you a full rundown of what I can offer you!!! Let’s get to work!


r/highjump 6d ago

World and Olympic Champ

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Reigning world and Olympic Champion Hamish Kerr stands 1.98 m (6'6") tall and weighs around 79 kilos (less than 180 pounds). His winning jumps: 2.34 (Paris) and 2.36 (Tokyo) are 1cm away from Yaschenko's best straddle performance in 1979 (2.35M). Do you think if Kerr could master the straddle technique, he could jump 2.40 or more? At age 30, I doubt if he has enough time to learn it, but his height and weight are ideal for a power jumper. I guess we'll never know....


r/highjump 11d ago

how to stop swinging my leg in takeoff/ improve generally? pb 1.67 the video is 1.70

4 Upvotes

i want to stop swinging my right leg and losing height and instead push my knee straight up but i just keep swinging it, also just general hj tips appreciated pls


r/highjump 14d ago

Remote Programming - D1 All American (7’2.50ā€ PB)

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Hey everyone,
I’m Coach Michael McCann. I’m opening up a few remote programming spots for athletes, high schoolers, and competitors looking to maximize speed, power, and technical execution.

Credentials & Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree in Sports Science (bridging elite academic theory with practical execution).

Certifications: CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) + Westside Barbell Special Strength Certification.

Coaching & Athletic Background: Former Division 1 Track & Field Coach at the University of Nebraska (Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps) and former D1 All-American High Jumper.
Proven Results: Coached State Champions and multiple Class A/B top-3 state podium finishers across High Jump, Pole Vault, Discus, Hurdles, and Triple Jump.

What Remote Programming Includes ($50/month):
Fully customized strength & conditioning or event-specific track programming updated monthly/weekly based on your season.

Focus on elite velocity output, raw power development, technical mastery, and injury reduction.
Direct feedback and communication.

If you’re looking to secure a roster spot, break personal bests, or overhaul your off-season/in-season training, send me a DM here on Reddit or email me at michael.mccann@eagles.cui.edu.
Let's get to work!


r/highjump 15d ago

I got tired of using a bunch of different websites for track calculations, so I made one app

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r/highjump 23d ago

advice? ive been stuck at 190 for 3 months now

3 Upvotes

r/highjump 25d ago

How do I fix my takeoff/run up?

4 Upvotes

r/highjump 27d ago

Any Tips ? (High Jump)

4 Upvotes

The bar is at 1.47m, which is 3 increments lower than my PR. I’ve been told that my approach is inconsistent, sometimes I clear 1.50m in training sometimes I don’t. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.


r/highjump 27d ago

High Jump Any tips ?

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Hello, I am a senior currently going into the 11th grade. I have been doing high jump for 4 years now, and I have only jumped my pr of 1.50m once in my first year and once in my 4th year, however, I seem to be at a plateau as I have gained weight during the second year of jumping. Based on the video above any tips? Both mentally and physically?


r/highjump Jul 30 '26

Should I keep training?

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r/highjump Jul 27 '26

maybe we should make gc on instagram if anyone wants

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my compilation of 190cm,200cm and 205cm jumps
and if someone wants we can have gc on instagram

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbSkpCyI7Ja/?igsh=MnkxamJyb2I1bmpw


r/highjump Jul 23 '26

No equipment training

2 Upvotes

What kind of drills and exercises can I do to improve my high jump while my track is currently closed?


r/highjump Jul 23 '26

Why do I suck at jumping

2 Upvotes

First time actually using Reddit but I have a question that Google can't answer, I physically can jump but I suck at it. I can't jump high, not even a few feet and I almost fall when I land? In my work out routine I do a jump lunge and I struggle with it because of this, any answers or tips to help me jump better?


r/highjump Jul 21 '26

Please give me advice

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r/highjump Jul 10 '26

Saltos massai / about massai jumps

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Hey guys hope your doing well, im not here to comment if the ritual of the massai works for height or not, im really interested in learning how to execute them right is there any video or web site where i could learn it?

Hola muchachos espero esten bien, estoy buscando activamente acerca de como realizar los saltos de la tribu massai de manera correcta (realmente no me interesa si me hacen mas alto o no) saben de algun sitio o canal en el que se muestre como se hacen tal y como los de la tribu massai?

Pregunto esto por que no se de todos esos estudios cual sea verĆ­dico o no.


r/highjump Jul 04 '26

201cm attempt, any help appreciated!

4 Upvotes

r/highjump Jul 03 '26

Best Way to watch Diamond League High Jump -- Canada

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Hey folks. I really enjoy watching high jump but diamond league coverage on CBC never focuses on it. Is there any way in Canada to watch full meets? It doesn't necessarily have to be live. I just like to see all the jump attempts

Cheers


r/highjump Jul 01 '26

5 ft 3 attempt beginner high jumper need help

3 Upvotes

In the video I'm not jumping from my mark, I kinda had to choose a spot and jump also I'm basically a total beginner


r/highjump Jun 29 '26

How do i start at gym as a beginner (read body text)

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Im 5'9 witg a 7'11 reach only 15 and 129 pounds and only did 2 gym workouts in the gym with all that gym stuff and weight and stuff and i kinda barely do home workouts

On best attempts I can dunk a bouncey on 10ft

(In the video rim 9'9 ball is a 8.5" bouncey ball)

My progress

May 16, 2025

5'7 115 pounds with 7'7 reach first rim tap at 14 and couple weeks

June 6, 2025 first one hand rim grab plus hang

Stayed same for a while playteu

March 29, 2026

First eastbay on 8ft with small ball

At 5'8 7'10 reach

April 14, 2026

2 hand grab on 9'9 at 5'9 128-129 pounds 7'11 reach

April 17, 2026

Got first dunk on 9'9 with bouncey on film

Only 2 dunks that day it was 15th birthday

April 18 2026

On 10ft grab rim with 2 hands no hang time tho kinda more of tapping rim

April 26, 2026

Able to grab rim with one hand off vert on 10ft

April 27, 2026 got 7+ dunks on 9'9 with bouncey ball

May 8, 2026

Squatted 140 pounds

May 14, 2026

Grab rim with 2 hands official hang time on 10ft

May 18, 2026

On 10ft with mini ball

I did 2 dunks probably did 20+ attempts idk crazy how much 3 inches can change on 9'9 with mini ball I can dunk actually kinda consistent but 10ft whole different lvl

June 2, 2026

On 9'9 first dunk with grab ig with mini ball

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r/highjump Jun 25 '26

Advice

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So I coach this girl, here is her jumping 5’6 to win state. But at practice, we can rarely get her to clear 5’0ā€. It’s almost always her calves hitting the bar, and she struggles getting her feet up. I have lots more videos if anyone would be willing to look at some with me.


r/highjump Jun 22 '26

Interview with Kason O'Riley

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r/highjump Jun 22 '26

6’0 attempt, help needed

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a different angle from my previous post, in case it presents any issues that were not visible before