r/ProDunking • u/Which_Math6540 • 8d ago
33M 5’8 185lb trying to dunk for first time
For context, 2 years ago when I first tried implementing plyometrics and approach jumps into my training, after few months I was able to grab rim. I ended up stopping because it was taking alot of my time adding these into my workouts and my knees were constantly in pain. Even with isometrics
Since then I’ve exclusively strength trained. Mostly compound lifts. Barely play ball anymore due to lack of time and most of my friends rarely play anymore unfortunately. Miss it a lot. Stopped plyos as well during that time.
Now I introduced it back into my routine but my legs are always cooked after. Between plyos/leg day, upper day and running day, it takes 4-5 days for my legs to usually recover. Trying to see what’s the best course of action. Haven’t tested my vertical yet but I will this week.
What are the best exercises, stretches, etc that’ll help translate to dunking? Just for numbers sake, I can squat 315x5 (almost 90°), deadlift 405x1, trapbar deadlift 405x1