HOW TO POP HIGHER SKATEBOARD TRICKS
Skateboarders are often curious about how to get more pop from their tricks.
Brandon Biebel is the skateboarder I picture when I think about skateboarders who are pop. This guy has a good snap, and a great vertical jump which allows him to do tricks higher than most of us.
When increasing your pop power, there are many factors to consider.
Three parts are required to answer the question:
1) Position Better 2) Pop Harder
3) Jump Higher
Better
You can make your tricks pop more by using certain foot positions. It’s up you to determine the best position. Although you can request opinions, it is likely that your personal preferences will dictate the positioning.
If you want more pop, for example, I would advise that your front foot be placed lower than usual below the front bolts and that your knees are higher than normal. As you get over the obstacle, grab the Ollie.
It is important to choose the best position. Certain pressure points on your board will give you more pop than others. You’ll get more pop if you can find the right foot position for each trick.
Pop harder is a key tip to getting more height with your tricks. Higher tricks will be able to pop harder.
However, a brand new skateboard will give you a lot more pop than a second-hand one. This is especially true for those who regularly wear down their skateboard’s tail. Do not do this.
You can get that sharp pop from a new deck by buying a new board every 90-days or sooner.
Jump Higher
It is obvious that you need to jump higher in order to perform tricks higher. Let me show you how.
Strong core muscles are important, as well as strong legs. Strong core muscles and legs can help you jump higher.
These are some core exercises to help you strengthen your core muscles.
- Push ups
- Squats
- Plank
- Back bridge
- Hip lift
These exercises can be found on YouTube or Google. To see a demonstration, click the link.
We’re referring to everything from the butt to your calf muscles when it comes to leg muscles.
These are some of the best drills to do this:
- Lunges
- Take a step up
- Level leaps
- Calf raises
- Squats
You can also jump rope, run, bike, swim, and many other activities.
You’ll notice visible improvements in your ability perform tricks such as Biebel if you work out.
Ankle weights
As a way of strengthening your legs, you could also try wearing ankle weights.
Brandon Biebel can be seen in this video wearing ankle weights just before he Ollies on a car…so you’ll know how it works
Amazon has Ankle weights at a very affordable price.
These drills and exercises will help you to increase your leg strength and give you more power. Even if you don’t like working out, know that skating will increase your muscle strength and ultimately your ability to skate higher.
You now have some ideas on how to increase your vertical leap and make your tricks pop. These drills can be practiced consistently and you will notice gradual improvements.
Keep working hard and you will soon be able to show off your tricks as high Brandon Biebel.
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Happy skateboarding!
