ForceDecks Test: Drop Jump Protocol

• Standing on box or elevated platform immediately behind force plates
• Normal standing posture
• Hands on hips
• Chest up and looking forward

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

2. Weigh individual - Measure the individual's weight.

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

4. Perform test - Instruct the individual to:

a. Keep the chest up and looking forward;

b. Step of the box; then

c. Land on the plates with both feet at the same time; then

d. Immediately jump as high as possible; then

e. Land softly, remaining completely still for 2-3 second; then

f. Assume starting position again.

5.  Repeat - Repeat steps 3 and 4 to record the desired number of reps.

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