scholarly journals An Evaluation of the Accuracy and Precision of Jump Height Measurements Using Different Technologies and Analytical Methods

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 511
Author(s):  
Filipe Conceição ◽  
Martin Lewis ◽  
Hernâni Lopes ◽  
Elza M. M. Fonseca
Keyword(s):  
Flight Time ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Height Measurement ◽  
Double Integration ◽  
Motion System ◽  
Accuracy And Precision ◽  
Measured Displacement ◽  
Analytical Approaches

This study aims to comprehensively assess the accuracy and precision of five different devices and by incorporating a variety of analytical approaches for measuring countermovement jump height: Qualisys motion system; Force platform; Ergojump; an Accelerometer, and self-made Abalakow jump belt. Twenty-seven male and female physical education students (23.5 ± 3.8 years; height 170 ± 9.1 cm and body mass 69.1 ± 11.4 kg) performed three countermovement jumps simultaneously measured using five devices. The 3D measured displacement obtained through the Qualisys device was considered in this study as the reference value. The best accuracy (difference from 3D measured displacement) and precision (standard deviation of differences) for countermovement jump measurement was found using the Abalakow jump belt (0.8 ± 14.7 mm); followed by the Force platform when employing a double integration method (1.5 ± 13.9 mm) and a flight-time method employed using Qualisys motion system data (6.1 ± 17.1 mm). The least accuracy was obtained for the Ergojump (−72.9 mm) employing its analytical tools and then for the accelerometer and Force platform using flight time approximations (−52.8 mm and −45.3 mm, respectively). The worst precision (±122.7 mm) was obtained through double integration of accelerometer acceleration data. This study demonstrated that jump height measurement accuracy is both device and analytical-approach-dependent and that accuracy and precision in jump height measurement are achievable with simple, inexpensive equipment such as the Abalakow jump belt.

Influence of Dorsiflexion Shoes on Jump Performance

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 290-293
Author(s):  
Juan J. Salinero ◽  
Cristina González-Millán ◽  
Javier Abián-Vicén ◽  
Juan Del Coso Garrigós
Keyword(s):  
Peak Power ◽  
Center Of Gravity ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Plantar Flexors ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Jump Performance ◽  
Lower Position ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
Sports Shoes

The goal of dorsiflexion sports shoes is to increase jumping capacity by means of a lower position of the heel in relation to the forefoot which results in additional stretching of the ankle plantar flexors. The aim of this study was to compare a dorsiflexion sports shoe model with two conventional sports shoe models in a countermovement jump test. The sample consisted of 35 participants who performed a countermovement jump test on a force platform wearing the three models of shoes. There were significant differences in the way force was manifested (P< 0.05) in the countermovement jump test, with a decrease in the velocity of the center of gravity and an increase in force at peak power and mean force in the concentric phase. Moreover, peak power was reached earlier with the dorsiflexion sports shoe model. The drop of the center of gravity was increased in CS1 in contrast to the dorsiflexion sports shoe model (P< .05). However, the dorsiflexion sports shoes were not effective for improving either peak power or jump height (P> .05). Although force manifestation and jump kinetics differ between dorsiflexion shoes and conventional sports shoes, jump performance was similar.

scholarly journals A Correction Equation for Jump Height Measured Using the Just Jump System

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 555-557 ◽  
Author(s):  
John J. McMahon ◽  
Paul A. Jones ◽  
Paul Comfort
Keyword(s):  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Height Measurement ◽  
Intraclass Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Future Work ◽  
Criterion Method

Purpose:To determine the concurrent validity and reliability of the popular Just Jump system (JJS) for determining jump height and, if necessary, provide a correction equation for future reference.Methods:Eighteen male college athletes performed 3 bilateral countermovement jumps (CMJs) on 2 JJSs (alternative method) that were placed on top of a force platform (criterion method). Two JJSs were used to establish consistency between systems. Jump height was calculated from flight time obtained from the JJS and force platform.Results:Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) demonstrated excellent within-session reliability of the CMJ height measurement derived from both the JJS (ICC = .96, P < .001) and the force platform (ICC = .96, P < .001). Dependent t tests revealed that the JJS yielded a significantly greater CMJ jump height (0.46 ± 0.09 m vs 0.33 ± 0.08 m) than the force platform (P < .001, Cohen d = 1.39, power = 1.00). There was, however, an excellent relationship between CMJ heights derived from the JJS and force platform (r = .998, P < .001, power = 1.00), with a coefficient of determination (R2) of .995. Therefore, the following correction equation was produced: Criterion jump height = (0.8747 × alternative jump height) – 0.0666.Conclusions:The JJS provides a reliable but overestimated measure of jump height. It is suggested, therefore, that practitioners who use the JJS as part of future work apply the correction equation presented in this study to resultant jump-height values.

scholarly journals Effects of Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation on Countermovement Jump and Squat Performance Speed in Male Soccer Players: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 690
Author(s):  
Gracia María Gallego-Sendarrubias ◽  
José Luis Arias-Buría ◽  
Edurne Úbeda-D’Ocasar ◽  
Juan Pablo Hervás-Pérez ◽  
Manuel Antonio Rubio-Palomino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Training Program ◽  
Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Sport Performance ◽  
Flight Time ◽  
Soccer Players ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Electrical Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Vertical Jump Height

It has been suggested that Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (PENS) can increase muscle strength. No previous study has investigated changes in performance in semiprofessional soccer players. This study compares the effects of adding two sessions of PENS to a training program versus the single training program over sport performance attributes (e.g., jump height and squat speed) in healthy soccer players. A cluster-randomized controlled trial was conducted on twenty-three semiprofessional soccer players who were randomized into an experimental (PENS + training program) or control (single training program) group. The training program consisted of endurance and strength exercises separated by 15-min recovery period, three times/week. The experimental group received two single sessions of PENS one-week apart. Flight time and vertical jump height during the countermovement jump and squat performance speed were assessed before and after each session, and 30 days after the last session. Male soccer players receiving the PENS intervention before the training session experienced greater increases in the flight time, and therefore, in vertical jump height, after both sessions, but not one month after than those who did not receive the PENS intervention (F = 4.289, p = 0.003, η 2 p: 0.170). Similarly, soccer players receiving the PENS intervention experienced a greater increase in the squat performance speed after the second session, but not after the first session or one month after (F = 7.947, p < 0.001, η 2 p: 0.275). Adding two sessions of ultrasound-guided PENS before a training strength program improves countermovement jump and squat performance speed in soccer players.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF THREE DIFFERENT MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS TO ASSESS THE VERTICAL JUMP HEIGHT

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-146
Author(s):  
Jose Heredia-Jimenez ◽  
Eva Orantes-Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Integration ◽  
Integration Method ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Flight Time ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Measurement Unit ◽  
Maximum Height ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Numerical Integration Method ◽  
Gold Standard Method

ABSTRACT Introduction: The numerous instruments used to measure jump height use different technologies and calculations that can provide variable results. Objective: This study compared the countermovement jump (CMJ) height assessed with a wearable 3D inertial measurement unit (IMU), using flight time and the numerical integration method with a force platform and photocells. Methods: Forty CMJs were analysed, starting from an upright standing position with the hands placed on the waist. Twenty healthy volunteers completed 2 CMJs, which were simultaneously assessed using an IMU placed on the subject's sacrum, a force platform (considered the gold standard method) and photocells. The maximum height of each CMJ was measured. Results: The results showed a significant overestimation (p<0.001) in jump height for the IMU using the numerical integration method when compared to the force platform (+7 cm). Excellent intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) were obtained with the flight time equations for the different types of measurement equipment. Fair to good ICCs were obtained with the IMU using the numerical integration method and force platform. Conclusion: In conclusion, the jump height obtained with the IMU using the numerical integration method showed the poorest agreement compared to the force platform. Level of evidence III; Prospective comparative study.

Convergent Validity of the Flight Time and Impulse-Momentum Methods of Calculating Countermovement Jump Height

2016 ◽  
Vol 48 ◽  
pp. 735 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danielle M. Watters ◽  
David P. Looney ◽  
Lindsay J. DiStefano ◽  
Robert A. Huggins ◽  
Chris A. West
Keyword(s):  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Flight Time ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump

scholarly journals The Influence of Countermovement Jump Protocol on Reactive Strength Index Modified and Flight Time: Contraction Time in Collegiate Basketball Players

Sports ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aaron Heishman ◽  
Brady Brown ◽  
Bryce Daub ◽  
Ryan Miller ◽  
Eduardo Freitas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Force Plate ◽  
Flight Time ◽  
Contraction Time ◽  
Strength Index ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Arm Swing ◽  
Collegiate Basketball ◽  
Positive Correlations ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of the present investigation was to evaluate differences in Reactive Strength Index Modified (RSIMod) and Flight Time to Contraction Time Ratio (FT:CT) during the countermovement jump (CMJ) performed without the arm swing (CMJNAS) compared to the CMJ with the arm swing (CMJAS), while exploring the relationship within each variable between jump protocols. A secondary purpose sought to explore the relationship between RSIMod and FT:CT during both jump protocols. Twenty-two collegiate basketball players performed both three CMJNAS and three CMJAS on a force plate, during two separate testing sessions. RSIMod was calculated by the flight-time (RSIModFT) and impulse-momentum methods (RSIModIMP). CMJ variables were significantly greater during the CMJAS compared to CMJNAS (p < 0.001). There were large to very large correlations within each variable between the CMJAS and CMJNAS. There were significant positive correlations among RSIModFT, RSIModIMP, and FT:CT during both the CMJAS (r ≥ 0.864, p < 0.001) and CMJNAS (r ≥ 0.960, p < 0.001). These findings identify an increase in RSIMod or FT:CT during the CMJAS, that may provide independent information from the CMJNAS. In addition, either RSIMod or FT:CT may be utilized to monitor changes in performance, but simultaneous inclusion may be unnecessary.

Acute consumption of p-synephrine does not enhance performance in sprint athletes

2016 ◽  
Vol 41 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-69 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jorge Gutiérrez-Hellín ◽  
Juan José Salinero ◽  
Javier Abían-Vicen ◽  
Francisco Areces ◽  
Beatriz Lara ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Information ◽  
Monitoring Program ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Placebo Control Trial ◽  
Placebo Control ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Squat Jump ◽  
Jump Test ◽  
The Hours

P-Synephrine is a protoalkaloid widely used as an ergogenic aid in sports. This substance has been included in the World Anti-Doping Agency monitoring program, although scientific information about its effects on performance and athletes’ well-being is scarce. The purpose of this investigation was to determine the effectiveness of p-synephrine to increase performance in sprint athletes. In a randomized and counterbalanced order, 13 experienced sprinters performed 2 acute experimental trials after the ingestion of p-synephrine (3 mg·kg−1) or after the ingestion of a placebo (control trial). Forty-five minutes after the ingestion of the substances, the sprinters performed a squat jump, a countermovement jump, a 15-s repeated jump test, and subsequently performed 60-m and 100-m simulated sprint competitions. Self-reported questionnaires were used to assess side-effect prevalence. In comparison with the control trial, the ingestion of p-synephrine did not change countermovement jump height (37.4 ± 4.2 vs 36.7 ± 3.3 cm, respectively; P = 0.52), squat jump height (34.4 ± 3.6 vs 33.9 ± 3.7 cm; P = 0.34), or average 15-s repeated jumps height (31.8 ± 4.1 vs 32.2 ± 3.6 cm; P = 0.18). P-Synephrine did not modify maximal running speed during the 60-m (9.0 ± 0.5 vs 9.0 ± 0.4 m·s−1, respectively; P = 0.55) and 100-m sprint competitions (8.8 ± 0.5 vs 8.8 ± 0.5 m·s−1, respectively; P = 0.92). The ingestion of p-synephrine did not alter the prevalence of headache, gastrointestinal discomforts, muscle pain, or insomnia during the hours following the tests. Acute consumption of 3 mg·kg−1 of p-synephrine was ineffective to increase performance in competitive sprint athletes. Moreover, p-synephrine did not increase the occurrence of side effects after the competition.

scholarly journals Reliability and Validity of the Polar V800 Sports Watch for Estimating Vertical Jump Height

2021 ◽  
pp. 149-157
Author(s):  
Manuel V. Garnacho-Castaño ◽  
Marcos Faundez-Zanuy ◽  
Noemí Serra-Payá ◽  
José L. Maté-Muñoz ◽  
Josep López-Xarbau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Vertical Jump ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Force Platform ◽  
Systematic Bias ◽  
High Speed Camera ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Random Errors ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Vertical Jump Height

This study aimed to assess the reliability and validity of the Polar V800 to measure vertical jump height. Twenty-two physically active healthy men (age: 22.89 ± 4.23 years; body mass: 70.74 ± 8.04 kg; height: 1.74 ± 0.76 m) were recruited for the study. The reliability was evaluated by comparing measurements acquired by the Polar V800 in two identical testing sessions one week apart. Validity was assessed by comparing measurements simultaneously obtained using a force platform (gold standard), high-speed camera and the Polar V800 during squat jump (SJ) and countermovement jump (CMJ) tests. In the test-retest reliability, high intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs) were observed (mean: 0.90, SJ and CMJ) in the Polar V800. There was no significant systematic bias ± random errors (p > 0.05) between test-retest. Low coefficients of variation (<5%) were detected in both jumps in the Polar V800. In the validity assessment, similar jump height was detected among devices (p > 0.05). There was almost perfect agreement between the Polar V800 compared to a force platform for the SJ and CMJ tests (Mean ICCs = 0.95; no systematic bias ± random errors in SJ mean: -0.38 ± 2.10 cm, p > 0.05). Mean ICC between the Polar V800 versus high-speed camera was 0.91 for the SJ and CMJ tests, however, a significant systematic bias ± random error (0.97 ± 2.60 cm; p = 0.01) was detected in CMJ test. The Polar V800 offers valid, compared to force platform, and reliable information about vertical jump height performance in physically active healthy young men.

scholarly journals The Protective Effect of Neuromuscular Training on the Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome in Youth Female Track-and-Field Athletes: A Clinical Trial and Cohort Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Guillermo Mendez-Rebolledo ◽  
Romina Figueroa-Ureta ◽  
Fernanda Moya-Mura ◽  
Eduardo Guzmán-Muñoz ◽  
Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Relative Risk ◽  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Track And Field ◽  
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome ◽  
Injury Incidence ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Stress Syndrome

Context: Few reports have analyzed the effects of neuromuscular (NM) training programs on the injury incidence among youth female track-and-field athletes. Objective: To determine the effects of NM training on reducing lower limb injury incidence and to establish its effects on countermovement jump performance, balance, 30-m sprint, and joint position sense in youth female track-and-field athletes. Design: Single-blind, randomized controlled clinical trial. Setting: Sports research laboratory. Participants: Twenty-two female athletes were allocated into 2 groups: Conventional (CONV) training (n = 11; age = 15.3 [2.1] y) and NM training (n = 11; age = 15.0 [2.7] y). Interventions: Interventions were performed during the preseason of 6 weeks. The CONV training included anaerobic, strength, and aerobic training. The NM training consisted of a multicomponent program that integrated jumps, landings, and running with strength, endurance, agility, balance, and CORE training. Main Outcome Measures: A follow-up of the cohorts was carried out through the evaluation of lower limb injuries (main outcome) during a regular season (weeks 7–18). Secondary outcomes were measured before and after the intervention: Y-balance test, active joint repositioning, ground reaction force, and countermovement jump height. Results: The injury incidence rate was 17.89 injuries per 1000 hours athlete-exposure in CONV training, and 6.58 in NM training (relative risk = 0.38; 95% confidence interval,  0.18 to 0.82; P = .044). Particularly, the medial tibial stress syndrome incidence rate was 5.96 injuries per 1000 hours athlete-exposure in CONV training and 0.82 in NM training (relative risk = 0.17; 95% confidence interval, 0.02 to 1.12; P = .012). In addition, a significant training × time interaction was noted, favoring improvements in 30-m sprint and countermovement jump height after NM. Conclusion: The NM training may improve youth female athlete’s physical fitness and reduce their injury relative risk of medial tibial stress syndrome injury.

A Comparison of Different Modes of Morning Priming Exercise on Afternoon Performance

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 763-767 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Russell ◽  
Aden King ◽  
Richard. M. Bracken ◽  
Christian. J. Cook ◽  
Thibault Giroud ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reaction Time ◽  
Rugby Union ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Countermovement Jump ◽  
Repeated Sprint ◽  
Mass Load ◽  
Hormone Responses ◽  
Sprint Cycling ◽  
Priming Exercise ◽  
Rugby Players

Purpose:To assess the effects of different modes of morning (AM) exercise on afternoon (PM) performance and salivary hormone responses in professional rugby union players.Methods:On 4 occasions (randomized, crossover design), 15 professional rugby players provided AM (~8 AM) and PM (~2 PM) saliva samples before PM assessments of countermovement-jump height, reaction time, and repeated-sprint ability. Control (passive rest), weights (bench press: 5 × 10 repetitions, 75% 1-repetition maximum, 90-s intraset recovery), cycling (6 × 6-s maximal sprint cycling, 7.5% body mass load, 54-s intraset recovery), and running (6 × 40-m maximal sprints, 20-s intraset recovery) interventions preceded (~5 h) PM testing.Results:PM sprint performance improved (P < .05) after weights (>0.15 ± 0.19 s, >2.04% ± 2.46%) and running (>0.15 ± 0.17 s, >2.12% ± 2.22%) but not cycling (P > .05). PM jump height increased after cycling (0.012 ± 0.009 m, 2.31% ± 1.76%, P < .001) and running (0.020 ± 0.009 m, 3.90% ± 1.79%, P < .001) but not weights (P = .936). Reaction time remained unchanged between trials (P = .379). Relative to control (131 ± 21 pg/mL), PM testosterone was greater in weights (21 ± 23 pg/mL, 17% ± 18%, P = .002) and running (28 ± 26 pg/mL, 22% ± 20%, P = .001) but not cycling (P = .072). Salivary cortisol was unaffected by AM exercise (P = .540).Conclusions:All modes of AM exercise improved at least 1 marker of PM performance, but running appeared the most beneficial to professional rugby union players. A rationale therefore exists for preceding PM competition with AM exercise.

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