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Jumps

Vertical jump and reach

The jump and reach test measures leg power with only a wall and a tape. The athlete marks their standing reach, then jumps and touches as high as possible. The result is the jump mark minus the reach mark.

Time: about 10 minYou need: Wall, Measuring tape

How to run the test

  1. Stand side-on to a wall and mark your reach with the hand.
  2. Jump with both feet and touch as high as you can.
  3. The result is the jump mark minus the reach mark.
  4. Three jumps; the best counts.

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Jump-and-reach difference

Questions

How do I measure it?

Stand side-on to the wall and mark the reach with the hand. Then jump with both feet and touch as high as you can; measure the difference.

How many jumps?

Three jumps; the best counts.

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