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B T Crewther1, L P Kilduff, D J Cunningham

  • 1Imperial College, Institute of Biomedical Engineering, London, United Kingdom. bcrewthe@imperial.ac.uk

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Two kinematic systems, Gymaware and Myotest, showed moderate to strong validity for estimating force and power during squat jumps. However, these systems produced significant bias and random errors, particularly at lower loads.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Sports Science
  • Human Movement Analysis

Background:

  • Accurate measurement of force and power is crucial for performance analysis in sports.
  • Kinematic systems offer a portable alternative to force plates for assessing these variables.
  • Previous research has shown varying degrees of accuracy for different kinematic devices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the validity of a linear position transducer (Gymaware) and an accelerometer (Myotest) for estimating peak force (PF) and peak power (PP) during squat jumps.
  • To compare the accuracy of these kinematic systems against a criterion measure (force plate) across different loading conditions.

Main Methods:

  • 12 weight-trained males performed squat jumps with loads of 20, 40, 60, and 80 kg.
  • Measurements were taken using a Kistler force plate as the criterion measure.
  • A linear position transducer (Gymaware) and an accelerometer (Myotest) were attached to the barbell to collect kinematic data.

Main Results:

  • Both Gymaware and Myotest demonstrated moderate to strong correlations with force plate measurements for PF and PP (R=0.59-0.97).
  • Mean PF and PP values did not significantly differ between systems and the force plate.
  • Systematic bias and large random errors were observed, especially with the 20-kg load, indicating limitations in absolute accuracy.

Conclusions:

  • Linear position transducers and accelerometers exhibit moderate to strong relative validity for estimating PF and PP in squat jumps.
  • While showing good correlation, the absolute validity is compromised by systematic bias and substantial random errors, limiting their precision, particularly at lighter loads.