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Which equipment do you use to measure vertical jump?

There are quite a few methods for measuring and monitoring vertical jump performance. Which one do you use, or which one does an assessor use when you are tested?

The main methods in use are listed in the poll below (see a discussion of vertical jump test equipment). There are a few more than listed, if you use one that is not on the list, check 'other' and make a comment below.

Vertical Jump - how do you measure it?


wall or mounted board 26 (23%)
Vertec(R) or similar frame 33 (29%)
timing sensor mat 11 (10%)
jump mat with waist belt 8 (7%)
wearbale device or smart phone 5 (4%)
video analysis 7 (6%)
force plate 17 (15%)
other 5 (4%)

Total votes: 112

Disclaimer: These polls are not scientific, and only reflect the opinion of visitors to this website who have chosen to participate.



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