Shuttle Run Test

Testing and measurement are the means of collecting information upon which subsequent performance evaluations and decisions are made. In the analysis, we need to bear in mind the factors influencing the results.

Objective

This test aims to assess the athlete's ability to accelerate between marked lines and change direction rapidly.

Required Resources

To conduct this test, you will require:

Cones
Two wooden blocks 5cm x 5cm x 10cm
Stopwatch
Assistant

How to conduct the test

The athlete warms up for 10 minutes
The assistant marks out a 10-metre straight section on the track with cones placing the two wooden blocks at the finish line
The assistant gives the command “GO” and starts the stopwatch
The athlete sprints as fast as possible from the starting line to the finishing line, picks up a block, returns the block to the ground behind the starting line, sprints back to the finishing line, picks up the 2nd block and sprints back to the start line.
The stopwatch is stopped when the athlete's torso crosses the line on returning the 2nd block and the time is recorded.
The test is restarted if the 1st block is dropped rather than placed on the floor or is not placed behind the line
The test is conducted 3 times
The assistant uses the fastest recorded time to assess the athlete's performance

Analysis

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

Target Group

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

Reliability

Test reliability refers to how 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. The following link provides various factors influencing the results and therefore, the test reliability.

Validity

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

Advantages

Minimal equipment required
Simple to set up and conduct
Can be conducted almost anywhere

Disadvantages

Assistant required to administer the test

Page Reference

If you quote information from this page in your work, then the reference for this page is:

MACKENZIE, B. (2007) Shuttle Run Test [WWW] Available from: https://www.brianmac.co.uk/runtest.htm [Accessed


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In the analysis, we need to bear in mind the factors influencing the results. Objective This test aims to assess the athlete's ability to accelerate between marked lines and change direction rapidly. Required Resources To conduct this test, you will require: Cones Two wooden blocks 5cm x 5cm x 10cm Stopwatch Assistant How to conduct the test The athlete warms up for 10 minutes The assistant marks out a 10-metre straight section on the track with cones placing the two wooden blocks at the finish line The assistant gives the command “GO” and starts the stopwatch The athlete sprints as fast as possible from the starting line to the finishing line, picks up a block, returns the block to the ground behind the starting line, sprints back to the finishing line, picks up the 2nd block and sprints back to the start line. The stopwatch is stopped when the athlete's torso crosses the line on returning the 2nd block and the time is recorded. The test is restarted if the 1st block is dropped rather than placed on the floor or is not placed behind the line The test is conducted 3 times The assistant uses the fastest recorded time to assess the athlete's performance Analysis Analysis of the result is by comparing it with previous tests' results. It is expected that, with appropriate training between each test, the analysis would indicate an improvement. Target Group This test is suitable for active athletes but not for individuals where the test would be contraindicated. Reliability Test reliability refers to how 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. The following link provides various factors influencing the results and therefore, the test reliability. Validity Test validity refers to the degree to which the test measures what it claims to measure and the extent to which inferences, conclusions, and decisions made based on test scores are appropriate and meaningful. This test provides a means to monitor training on the athlete's physical development. Advantages Minimal equipment required Simple to set up and conduct Can be conducted almost anywhere Disadvantages Assistant required to administer the test Page Reference If you quote information from this page in your work, then the reference for this page is: MACKENZIE, B. (2007) Shuttle Run Test [WWW] Available from: https://www.brianmac.co.uk/runtest.htm [Accessed