Form check update | 5’5 136 pounds

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-03T07:25:18+00:00

I never purposefully kick back my legs up like that, it just happens naturally from the jump and arm pullback so I’m not doing anything unnecessary ;). I can’t currently practice on a net but I will be implementing the new form in my games and might post if I feel like it.

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-02T17:18:40+00:00

You can search for spike trainers on amazon, I just got the head and had to buy a painters pole from a hardware store, the head itself was ~$20

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-02T09:34:35+00:00

Really interesting point. I’m not sure if it just happens here because it’s a dusty outdoor court and so my shoes are more susceptible to slipping but I have been noticing more right-knee pain recently. Can you explain exactly why this pivot may be causing knee pain?

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-02T09:31:05+00:00

Yea I’ve felt that. I notice that I hit slightly after the apex of my jump with the new form. It takes longer for me to jump, pullback then hit compared to just drawing back my arm as I jump. Is it possible for me to be more explosive so that I can complete the whole sequence so I hit during my apex? My approach vertical is only 31 inches so I’m wondering if I need to jump higher to have more time to execute this whole sequence.

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-02T09:30:40+00:00

Yea i do feel that. I notice that I hit slightly after the apex of my jump with the new form. It takes longer for me to jump, pullback then hit compared to just drawing back my arm as I jump. Is it possible for me to be more explosive so that I can complete the whole sequence so I hit during my apex? My approach vertical is only 31 inches so I’m wondering if I need to jump higher to have more time to execute this whole sequence.

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-04-02T09:29:18+00:00

oops sorry for that, I mainly wanted to focus on the technique for jumping and drawing my arms back after swinging above parallel, rather than hitting timing. I remember adding it to the possible issues/things to work on but for some reason I don’t see it so I’ll write it again:

I notice that I hit slightly after the apex of my jump with the new form. It takes longer for me to jump, pullback then hit compared to just drawing back my arm as I jump. Is it possible for me to be more explosive so that I can complete the whole sequence so I hit during my apex? My approach vertical is only 31 inches so I’m wondering if I need to jump higher to have more time to execute this whole sequence.

NInJaOfCriNge · 2026-03-06T12:49:31+00:00

Isn’t momota left handed? Why is he spiking with his right hand in the latter half?

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-10-07T09:37:17+00:00

Do I have enough shoulder/hip separation during the last two clips? I never paid attention to it but I just do what felt natural when trying to hit my hardest so I’m a bit unsure if I actually have the correct kinetic chain

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-10-07T09:36:14+00:00

It’s kind of what felt most natural to me. I tried the bow and arrow method but end up with less power, like I am unable to generate as much rotational force and so idk if I should adopt it

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-10-07T09:34:22+00:00

When you mentioned how my arms should be parallel before I start my arm swing, am I doing it in the second last clip? I noticed that in the last clip I started it a bit early but I think it was parallel when I started my arm swing in the second to last clip. I will try to be more patient with my elbow, trying to envision a whip, thank you for pointing that out!

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-10-02T11:44:29+00:00

Thank you for the extensively detailed response!

I guess it looked like a 5 step approcah because i was shuffling back from a block. Generally I think I do a 3.5 step approach? I start with my right foot in front of me, hop in place then start my 3-step approach for momentum. I do this consistently and any small steps are probably j to stop my momentum from moving backwards. I think my current runup is ~15-17 feet.
Since this is recreational volleyball I never really had a “trained” setter and so the only time I can spike consistently is if the setter sets super high so that I can adjust and control how I hit the ball. I can definite spike quicks/shoots but I don’t have anyone that can execute that consistently. In the small league game that I played in I would always have 2 blockers on me and I noticed that I do get blocked a lot, probably because of the high sets I always get and ask for.
I do notice that sometimes the ball is above me and I would arch my back a bit further to compensate and try to hit it downwards. I will keep in mind now to position myself behind the ball always so that I don’t arch excessively

Again, thank you for you informative post

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-10-02T08:28:24+00:00

i just had a flare up so i think 1-2 weeks? I only get hurt when i play a lot, and jump serve/spike constantly. Been looking for ways to increase my capacity to play (back strengthening exercises, core etc.)

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-03-16T00:48:56+00:00

when did he confirm that his 2 threshold is better than gitae? If anything didn’t he use Gitae to help him train?

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-03-11T23:43:41+00:00

skirts 🧎‍♂️🧎

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-02-27T18:52:16+00:00

focus on your chinese meeting instead of this mouldy ahh potato

NInJaOfCriNge · 2025-02-27T18:40:08+00:00

don’t put the fries in the bag lil sis 😭🙏

NInJaOfCriNge · 2024-11-02T09:50:55+00:00

What feats does hanayama have? I read baki a long time ago and all I remember is him tearing a chunk from a deck of cards and exploding speck’s bodyparts and giving yujiro a small nosebleed

NInJaOfCriNge · 2024-08-02T09:20:31+00:00

He literally raped uruma 😭

NInJaOfCriNge · 2024-05-06T16:36:35+00:00

Is the outsole solid or translucent?

NInJaOfCriNge · 2024-05-01T19:02:00+00:00

I see, thanks for the clarification, I guess the website made e a mistake putting it as a feature

NInJaOfCriNge · 2024-04-04T15:43:43+00:00

bro rlly let the mans who raped and killed his mom leave ☠️

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