Although the volleyball court limits your area of free movement, you
must have good endurance to be an effective member of your team.
Volleyball involves many quick, shifty movements; in addition to, many
jumps if you are playing close to the net. Therefore, incorporating
cardiovascular training into your workouts will help you improve your
volleyball endurance so that you do not become fatigued towards the end
of a challenging match.
Step 1
Begin a regular jogging program to improve your endurance for
volleyball. Jogging will improve the strength of your heart and the
efficiency in which your blood can carry oxygen and nutrients to your
exercising muscles. Set a schedule to jog at least three days per week
for 30 to 45 minutes to improve your cardiovascular endurance.
Step 2
Include sprint training into your workouts to improve your volleyball
endurance. Two to three times per week, find an open field or court and
perform sprint workouts. Because volleyball involves short bursts of
speed, you should limit your sprints to no more than 40 yards. Use a
tape measure, or take 40 large steps to measure your distance, and then
mark your end point. Perform at least 10, 40 yard sprints at your
fastest running pace. Allow yourself 15 to 30 seconds of rest between
sprints before you perform the next one. Increase the number of sprints
you perform as your endurance improves, up to 30 sprints.
Step 3
Jump rope to improve your volleyball endurance. Because volleyball
involves frequent jumping, jumping rope will improve the endurance of
both your heart and lower leg muscles. Jump rope constantly until you
tire, and then allow yourself 30 seconds of rest before jumping rope
again. Set a schedule to jump rope for at least 20 minutes two to three
times per week.
Tips and Warnings
– Allow yourself at least one day of rest per week.
– Apply ice to any sore or achy joints or muscles after your workouts.
Things You’ll Need
– Jump Rope