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HEPart 3 of our jump testing series covers two more key metrics we look at during testing:
Braking Impulse—
This measures the force produced during the braking phase of a jump, when an athlete dips and prepares to change direction. Because it’s time-dependent, it gives us insight into how efficiently an athlete absorbs force. If this metric gets flagged, it can signal potential injury risk and prompts us to dig deeper into other metrics to understand why.
Left to Right Peak Landing Force—
We also look at how force is distributed between legs when landing. Asymmetries under 10% usually aren’t concerning, but larger differences can reveal avoidance patterns or compensation strategies. This is especially useful for return-to-play decisions and catching issues before they become injuries.
Testing isn’t just about jumping higher, it’s about understanding how individuals produce and absorb force so we can keep athletes performing and staying healthy.
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