Level Up Your Testing Protocols: Jump-to-Height Ratio

S&C coaches use relative metrics to gain deep insights into an athlete’s athletic potential, but horizontal-based jumps aren’t given this same level of consideration. Coach Nick Gies explains why and how the jump-to-height ratio is a better jump testing measurement than just jump distance alone and how it can level up your performance assessment.

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The Reactive Strength Index (RSI)

The 3 phases of the drop-jump video test are shown. The absolute

Vertical Jump Test

Diagram of 5, 10, and 20 m sprint test protocol.

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Measure jump height, power and speed - GymAware

Measure jump height, power and speed - GymAware

Jump Testing, Strength Standards, and Assessment for University

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