Step 3: Physicality (Bonus Material)

"But I can't jump like she can." Maybe you can. 

Core improvement elements are:

• Skill
• Strategy
• Physicality
• Psychology

Where do you begin? You could do baseline testing such as vertical jump (chalk touch on a finger), broad jump, and your home version of a 'three cone drill'. You don't have to run a mile. 

Establish your baseline then go to work. 

Controlled jumping drills (you could use chalk lines or duct tape).

Change of direction half-circle drill. You can do it without a basketball (not as good). 

Ten jumping drills (across sports). 

Agility drills (volleyball emphasis but across sports)

Don't buy expensive equipment. Use chalk or tape lines and you can make "hurdles" out of bundled newspaper.

You won't magically become a better athlete. "Champions do extra." 

After you've worked out three to four times a week for a month, repeat your vertical touch, broad jump, and three-cone time.