HumanTrak Test Protocol – Single Leg Pistol Squat

Starting position

• Move so that the tracking circle is in the center of the position circle.
• Face the camera, stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and hands either on hips or by side (so arms are visible to the camera).
• This test requires a stationary period before the movement commences. Remain still to allow the HumanTrak system to calibrate, following on-screen prompts before commencing the test.

Instructions

• Shift weight onto the testing limb and lift the non-testing foot in front of the body into a pistol squat position.

The non-squatting leg must stay in front in order for a rep to be detected. To perform a squat with the leg behind, see our Single Leg Squat protocol.

• Perform a single leg pistol squat.
  • There is no requirement to pause at the bottom of the squat.
  • The speed of the rep can be determined by the practitioner (although a steady speed is recommended for best results).
  • The depth is determined by the person's ability or when cued to stop by the practitioner (e.g. when form is lost).

Repetitions

• Reps are detected when the person returns to the starting position.
  • For a rep to be detected, at least 30 degrees of knee flexion must be achieved.
• Repeat this test for the desired number of repetitions.
• Reps can be performed:
  • All on one side, then again on the other.
  • Alternating between sides.
  • On one side only.
    Data will only be collected for the testing side and won't be compared to the other limb.

Repetition Detection

• Reps are automatically detected and displayed in the right side panel during a test.
• If a rep isn't detected, repeat the movement again ensuring proper protocol is followed.