How do i condition enough to know im in good shape for basketball?
92144
We ran 2 miles a day every day before tryouts. That increased our endurance. I did that for a few months. The first days of tryouts is all running. Then you also work on your side to side motion to increase your footspeed for defending. Then you do Mikan drills to hone your offensive basketball skills. Try dribbling a tennis ball, once you get the feel for a tennis ball, replacing it with a basketball is just that much easier. Thats what I did anyway and it worked so well. You should also lift weights at least 2 times a week. About running every day, you should do it at least 5 times a week. Then just eat healthy.
281961
You should be in excellent shape when you try out.  Then listen to the coach and follow his directions to the best of your ability. If you don't make the team this year, volunteer to help in some way.  Ask the older players for tips.  Watch and listen during practices.  Speed is important but more important is the ability to listen and learn.  Good luck!
800116
dont worry about what you can't do because you won't be able to learn how to do a lay-up  by tommorw. So concentrate on what  your best skills are, like if your really fast or if you have a good shootling touch. Have confidence in what you can do and don't worry about what you can't.
807067
you need to loosen up first.  take a deep breath, then figure out for yourself how you can be more aggressive.  does it mean posting up? driving the basket? its something that only you and your coach and team can figure out
830130
me too....RUN AS MUCH AS YOU CAN AND WORK ON THE BASIC THINGS!!!!!!!! TRUST ME...YOU WILL RUN!!!!! and go to rec centers and play pick up games
869346
I'll say right now you can't really compare yourself to LeBron James, maybe you play like him but you can't really compare yourself.  But you really can't ask what your chances are online because none of us have seen you play against other people or even by yourself.  I'm not saying you're not good, but no one in their right mind can make a decision on if you could be in the NBA until we actually see you play.  But keep in shape with lots of conditioning, shooting, and keep lifting.  You can get a lot of notice if you're good enough to attend the ABCD camp, or especially if you're good enough to be in the McDonald's High School All Star Game.\n\nTransferring might increase your chances of being noticed.  I'd say Mt. Zion in Florida, just because a lot of good players have come out of there.  But usually Christian academys have some great players.  Check out this months SI and they have some outstanding information about good high schools for basketball players.
644118
That really depends upon what aspect of your game you would like to improve.  Obviously, having a endurance comes into play, so I suggest including a cardio routine in your workout, at least 30 minutes per session to get your heart-rate up, and then 30 minutes after your session to cool down.\n\nAgility can be improved through stretching (20 minutes) and quick lunges and turns.\n\nAs far as your ball handling and shot making, PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE.  Don't forget to stretch before and after to avoid injury.\n\nAlso, there was a study conducted between two sets of students- one was given an hour every day, for two weeks to practice free throws.  Another was told not to touch a basketball for two weeks.  Instead, they were instructed to "imagine" shooting from the line, and to focus on every possible detail.\n\nThe second group ended up having better increase in percentage of shots made.\n\nThat says a lot for thinking about your game- think about it when you're not on the court.  Think about your drills,  your routines, and your technique.\n\nMost of all, have patience.  Micheal Jordan didn't become a superstar overnight.
899629
i play basketball as well. i'm a junior in highschool and i use to play in California, but i moved to Tennessee and they were in much more shape than i was because we didn't condition that much in Cali., i ran on my own and practiced for 2 hours on the weekends, but i lost the habit and there was nothing i could do except for push myself at practice to be in the condition that i should be in. we started off running 2-3 miles everyday nonstop, running bleachers 30 min., running stairs 20 min, and sprinting 50 sprints baseline to baseline. just push yourself and you'll get there, what ever you do, don't quit. quitting is too easy. if you just push yourself, you'll be suprised as to how fast you get in shape.
307989
First, you need to be in good physical shape. Second, you need to practice dribbling in order to have control of the ball. Third, you need to learn how to pass, and shoot the ball. Last but not least, you need to have self determination and dedication! Don't forget that practice makes perfect!
174630
practice one skill at a time, with a lot of repetition.  make sure you are doing it correctly first.  also play a lot of street basketball to get used to the game.
813031
I would try to seek answers at a sports store, maybe a gym or basketball  instructor, good luck
994074
have fun with that. i live in america as a 6' sg/pg and shoot over 50% from 3. the most ive done is talk to a d2 coach or two. but fill out the ncaa clearinghouse info and just look on college websites and email coaches. that and make a video of yourself playing real games and send that to them.
713088
Play as much basketball as possible. I mean alot of basketball. To get to the NBA, you have to have three thrings...Natural ability, strong work ethic, and lots of luck. And being over 6 feet doesn't hurt at all.
438928
Go to this website, enter your information and you will get your body mass index, which tells you whether you are in good shape or not.  It's really cool.
315649
First of all, you need the talent and the body. If you don't have that, you're almost screwed. Next comes the work ethic. If you have time, go practice dribble moves, shots (not just jump shots, but catch and shoot too), cuts, etc (all the fundamentals for basketball). If you don't have the time, find time. Then play against people who are better than you. Ask them for help too.
141353
Pass the ball, be a good TEAM player, and stay in shape ALL YEAR.  If you don't stay in shape, you end up being really hard on yourself before the season starts, and you get tired.  And don't play all year, take a break.  They actually were talking about that at the first game of the NBA season this year.  Taking a break lets your body cool down, and heal any injuries.
691204
if u get recognized by college scouts and take your college game to a new level. Get on the air alert program and your skills will get much better i been using it 5 weeks and added 5 inches to my jump and am faster. practice practice practice... tell steve nash he cant make it cuz he short and white