How can i get better at the highjump?

Question

im jumpin right now for 8th grade and i can usally win every meet with a jump of 5'4 but next year im gana be on varsity because i got a small school so what exercises should i do during off season expecially winter so i dont get just completely blow away by the seniors jumpin 6'6

Answer 1

for an 8th grader 5'4 is not bad. but what i would do is set the bar lower and stand with your back to it obviously with the respectible amount of space and jump without running at the bar and work on looking back and bending your back to get the arch that you need to get over the bar. If you have the speed than the hieght will not matter as long as you have your form down good. good luck

Answer 2

Unless you are a fully developed 8th grader, I would not recommend actively training for this.  If you start lifting or increase your training intensity too soon, there can be long-term consequences.  Most males really shouldn't lift or become serious about sports until after your freshman year.