ForceDecks Test: Squat Assessment Protocol

• Normal standing posture
• Hands on hips (if unweighted) or hands on barbell (if weighted)
• Chest up and looking forward

1. [OPTIONAL] Enter external load - The weight of the external load can be manually entered.

2. Zero plates - Zero the plates. Ensure nothing is touching the plates during this step. 

3. Weigh individual - Measure the individual's weight without the barbell.

4. Assume starting position - Ask the individual to assume the starting position on the plates.

5. Stabilise individual - Instruct the individual to remain completely still, in the standing position for 2-3 seconds before and between each rep in the test.

6. Perform test - Instruct the individual to:

a. Keep the chest up and looking forward;

b. Bend down into a squat, keeping the knees in line with the toes; then

c. Push through the heels; then

d. Assume the starting position again.

7.  Repeat - Repeat step 6 to record the desired number of reps.

8. Complete the test - Click to stop the recording and check the results.