Flying 30 metre Test

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made but in the analysis we need to bear in mind the factors that may influence the results.

Objective

To monitor the development of the athlete's maximum speed.

Required Resources

To undertake this test you will require:

  • 400 metre track - 60 metre marked section on the straight
  • Cone to mark 30m point
  • Stop watch
  • Assistant

How to conduct the test

The test comprises of 3 × 60 metre runs from a standing start and with a full recovery between each run. The athlete uses the first 30 metres to build up to maximum speed and then maintains the speed through to 60 metres. This test can be combined with the 60 metre speed test. The assistant records the time for the athlete to complete the:

  • first 30 metres
  • whole 60 metres

Analysis

Analysis of the result is by comparing it with the results of previous tests. It is expected that, with appropriate training between each test, the analysis would indicate an improvement.

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Enter the time for the first 30 metres, the time for whole 60 metres and then select the calculate button for an analysis of the results.

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Normative data for the Flying 30 metre test

The following data has been obtained from the results of tests conducted with world class athletes.

% Rank Females Males
91-100 2.90 - 2.99 seconds 2.50 - 2.59 seconds
81 - 90 3.00 - 3.09 seconds 2.60 - 2.69 seconds
71 - 80 3.10 - 3.19 seconds 2.70 - 2.79 seconds
61 - 70 3.20 - 3.29 seconds 2.80 - 2.89 seconds
51 - 60 3.30 - 3.39 seconds 2.90 - 2.99 seconds
41 - 50 3.40 - 3.49 seconds 3.00 - 3.09 seconds
31 - 40 3.50 - 3.59 seconds 3.10 - 3.19 seconds
21 - 30 3.60 - 3.69 seconds 3.20 - 3.29 seconds
11 - 20 3.70 - 3.79 seconds 3.30 -3.39 seconds
1 - 10 3.80 - 3.89 seconds 3.40 - 3.49 seconds

Table reference: D.A. Chu; Explosive Power and Strength; Human Kinetics; 1996

Target Group

This test is suitable for sprinters but not for individuals where the test would be contraindicated.

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Reliability

Test reliability refers to the degree to which a test is consistent and stable in measuring what it is intended to measure.

Reliability will depend upon how strict the test is conducted and the individual's level of motivation to perform the test.

Validity

Test validity refers to the degree to which the test actually measures what it claims to measure and the extent to which inferences, conclusions, and decisions made on the basis of test scores are appropriate and meaningful. This test provides a means to monitor the effect of training on the athlete's physical development.

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