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Effect of arm motion on standing lateral jumps
Blake M Ashby1, Arif Ahmed Sohel1, Gordon J Alderink2
1School of Engineering, Grand Valley State University, United States.
Journal of Biomechanics
|September 29, 2019
Summary
Arm swing significantly enhances lateral jumping by increasing takeoff velocity and improving the body's center of gravity (CG) position. This biomechanical advantage results from greater work output across multiple joints, particularly the lower back, hip, and shoulder.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Sports Science
- Human Movement Analysis
Background:
- Arm swing is crucial for forward and vertical jumps.
- Its effect on lateral jumping remains under-explored.
- Understanding arm motion's role in lateral jumps is key for performance optimization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of arm motion on standing lateral jump performance.
- To identify biomechanical mechanisms explaining jump distance differences.
- To quantify the contribution of arm swing to lateral jump power.
Main Methods:
- Six participants performed standing lateral jumps with free and restricted arm motion.
- Three-dimensional motion capture and force platforms recorded jump kinematics and kinetics.
- Inverse kinematics and dynamics analyses calculated joint work and segment velocities.
Main Results:
- Free arm motion improved lateral jump distance by an average of 29%.
- This improvement stemmed from increased takeoff velocity and better center of gravity (CG) positioning.
- Total body work increased by 33% in free arm jumps, with significant contributions from the lower back, hip, and shoulder.
Conclusions:
- Arm swing is a critical determinant of standing lateral jump performance.
- The enhanced performance is achieved through increased power generation and improved biomechanical efficiency.
- Targeting specific joint work, especially in the trunk and upper limbs, can maximize lateral jump capabilities.
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