What it measures
Horizontal lower-body explosive power and hip extension drive. Complements the vertical jump (which is concentric-vertical) by measuring concentric-horizontal output.
Equipment
- Flat, non-slip jumping surface (rubber gym floor, turf, or jump mat)
- Tape measure or pre-marked distance lines (cm or inches)
- Tape on the floor for the start line
Protocol
- Athlete stands with toes behind the start line, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Athlete swings arms and bends knees to load, then jumps maximally forward landing on both feet.
- Landing must be controlled — falling back or stepping back voids the attempt.
- Measure distance from the start line to the heel closest to the start line.
- 60 s between trials. Best of 3.
Scoring
Distance in cm or inches from the start line to the back of the closest heel.
Typical ranges
NFL Combine median ≈ 9 ft 6 in (290 cm). Elite male field sport: 280–320 cm. Elite female: 210–240 cm. High-school athletes: 220–260 cm.
References
- Markovic G, Dizdar D, Jukic I, Cardinale M (2004). Reliability and factorial validity of squat and countermovement jump tests. J Strength Cond Res.
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