Standing Broad (Long) Jump Test
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Jump forward as far as possible from a standstill with a two-foot takeoff and landing; the distance indexes horizontal lower-body explosive power.
Detail
The standing broad jump (standing long jump) measures horizontal lower-body power. It needs only a flat non-slip surface and a tape measure, making it a staple of combines and field testing.
Protocol: stand with toes behind a line, feet ~shoulder-width. Using an arm swing and counter-movement (dip), jump forward with a two-foot takeoff and land on both feet without falling backward. Measure from the takeoff line to the rearmost heel at landing. Best of 2–3 trials (cm/in).
Notes: a clean landing is required — distance is voided if the participant falls back or steps. It correlates with vertical jump and sprint performance as a general lower-body power marker. Compare to sport/sex norms or the athlete's own baseline; standardize footwear, surface, and arm swing for valid re-tests.
Key facts
- Two-foot takeoff and landing; measure takeoff line → rearmost heel.
- Use arm swing + counter-movement; best of 2–3 trials.
- Voided if the participant falls backward or steps on landing.
- Horizontal-power marker; correlates with vertical jump and sprinting.
Connections
- vertical-jump-test — vertical-power counterpart.
- sprint-tests / agility-tests — companion tests.
- broad-jump — the training drill.
- power-vs-strength-vs-speed — power context.
Educational content only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for individualized guidance, especially around injury, pregnancy, or medical conditions.