I think we've all seen the ads for "strength shoes", you know those funky looking shoes with the wedge at the front that 'can increase your vertical by 10" in less than 30 days', or something to that effect. For those that have experience with these shoes, - Do they work? - Any particular brand to look for? - How long does it REALLY take to see results, if any? I want to start SLAMMIN', GOSH DARN! ------------------
I never used em but I had a roommate that did. They worked for him-- he added a measurable amount to his vert. Make sure you buy the original brand, not a knockoff.
I used them religiously in high school and even some in JUCO. They do work, and they also add mass to your calves. One thing to remember..... Wear them sparingly at first. If you wear them for long durations at a time, your calves will be so sore that you won't want to get off the couch. You have to build up a tolerance to them. Well, I did anyway. ------------------ My doctor says I am bipolar. I am going to get a second opinion. I have never had intimate desires for polar bears.
Thanks for the feedback, Kagy and HOOP-T! What is the name of the original brand or company? I mean, they all claim to have started or pioneered the shoes. ------------------
Jumpsoles are supposed to be the most popular brand. I have a pair that's been lying in my closet for over a year now. Once I get bored of watching playoff games, I might start back up on them. Try looking at their website: http://www.jumpusa.com ------------------ [This message has been edited by WickBrunson (edited May 11, 2001).]
Or you can try old fashion jumping drills. Toe-ups and leg press helped me. I added about 4-5 inches, but I didn't even stick to the routine very strictly. Might not add as many inches as the jumpsoles, but you save a good $100. ------------------ Never Underestimate the Heart of a Champion
George Costanza had good results with those shoes. ------------------ Time is a great teacher-- only problem is it kills all its pupils.
Mine were called Strength Shoes. ------------------ My doctor says I am bipolar. I am going to get a second opinion. I have never had intimate desires for polar bears.
I walk up and down four boilers, each one 5 flights of stairs high, twice every work day. I have calves like Popeye's forearms. ------------------ I always thought "With my talent, it's only a matter of time before I'm discovered". Now I think "With my talent, it's only a matter of time before I'm found out".
Quit lyin' Behad, you know all you do is sit around eating donuts while pecking at buttons at the nuclear power plant to see what kind of pretty color combinations you can make when they light up. Oh, and we don't refer to him as Popeye here anymore... it's oeilpere! ------------------ "I had mine chewed off by a boss one time." -- Behad leaves us wondering if he gets hazard pay...
That's the old Behad. I moved to the outside job about 5 months ago and have lost 17 lbs. and am actually getting back into shape. Seriously. Quit laughing, I'm being serious! Fine, don't believe me.... ------------------ I always thought "With my talent, it's only a matter of time before I'm discovered". Now I think "With my talent, it's only a matter of time before I'm found out".
------------------ "Beware the lollipop of mediocrity. Lick once and you suck forever." [This message has been edited by mr_oily (edited June 20, 2001).]
