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Specific Quintuple: An On-Field Test to Predict Triple Jump Performance with High Accuracy.
Claudio Mazzaufo1,2, Mattia Beretta1, Andrea Matarazzo1
1Italian Athletic Federation (FIDAL).
Journal of Human Kinetics
|May 29, 2026
Summary
The specific quintuple drill effectively predicts triple jump performance in athletes. This safer training method enhances skill acquisition and reduces injury risk, especially for young athletes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Biomechanics
- Athletics Training
Background:
- The triple jump demands high physical capacity, with athletes enduring significant ground reaction forces (8-15x body weight).
- Existing training methods may pose risks of overloading and injury, particularly for developing athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the specific quintuple drill, performed with a shortened run-up, as a predictor of triple jump performance.
- To assess the drill's potential for safer skill acquisition and injury risk mitigation in athletes.
Main Methods:
- Linear hierarchical regression analysis was employed.
- Data were collected from 68 expert athletes across 218 testing sessions during practice and competitions.
Main Results:
- A strong correlation (R2 = 0.96) was found between specific quintuple drill performance and triple jump competition results.
- This significant correlation was consistent across various age groups and sexes.
Conclusions:
- The specific quintuple drill is a valuable and reliable predictor of triple jump performance.
- It offers a safer, progressive approach to training, beneficial for skill development and injury prevention in athletes of all ages.
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