Vertical Jump Test Flashcards
1
Q
What is the method of vertical jump test?
A
Perform a short warm up. Stand with a dominant side against the board. Reach as high as you can and record the standing height. Then bend knees and dip arms once and jump and touch the board at the peak of your jump. Record the distance measured. Perform 3 attempts and keep best score.
2
Q
What is the units of measurement?
A
kg m/s
3
Q
What is an advantage of the Vertical jump test?
A
Simple and easy to carry out.
No specialised equipment is needed.
4
Q
What is a disadvantage of the Vertical jump test?
A
Need an assistant to measure your jump.
Technique of how your jump can impact the score.
