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60 metre Speed 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 consider the factors influencing the results.

Objective

Monitor the development of the sprint athlete's acceleration and pick-up to full-flight.

Required Resources

To conduct this test, you will require:

  • 400m Track
  • Stopwatch
  • An assistant

How to conduct the test

This test requires the athlete to sprint as fast as possible over 60 metres

  • The athlete warms up for 10 minutes
  • The assistant marks out a 60-metre straight section on the track with cones
  • The assistant gives the command “GO” and starts the stopwatch
  • The athlete sprints as fast as possible over the 60 metres
  • The assistant stops the stopwatch as the athlete's torso crosses the finishing line and records the time
  • The test is conducted three times
  • The assistant uses the fastest recorded time to assess the athlete's performance

This test can be combined with the flying 30-metre test.

Assessment

I have been unable to locate any normative data for this test.

Enter the Time and then select the calculate button to analyse the results.

Time seconds     Predicted 100m time seconds Predicted 200m time seconds

Calculations are based on Dick (1987)[1] table of controls for 100/200m/400m athletes.

Predicted times for the 60 metres test for the 100 metres athlete

The following calculator will predict the times for 0-30 metres, 0-60 metres and 30- 60 metres based on the athlete's target 100 metres time. Enter the Athlete's target 100 metres Time and select the Calculate button.

Athlete's target 100 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 0 - 30 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 0 - 60 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 30 - 60 metres Time - seconds

Calculations are based on Dick (1987)[1] table of controls for 100/200m/400m athletes.

Predicted times for the 60 metres test for the 200 metres athlete

The following calculator will predict the times for 0-30 metres, 0-60 metres and 30-60 metres based on the athlete's target 200 metres time. Enter the "Athlete's target 200 metres Time" and then select the "Calculate" button.

Athlete's target 200 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 0 - 30 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 0 - 60 metres Time - seconds
Predicted 30 - 60 metres Time - seconds

Calculations are based on Dick (1987)[1] table of controls for 100/200m/400m athletes.

Analysis

Analysis of the test result compares it with the athlete's previous results for this test. It is expected that, with appropriate training between each test, the analysis would indicate an improvement in the athlete's acceleration and pick-up to full flight.

Target Group

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

Reliability

Test reliability refers to how a test is consistent and stable in measuring its intended 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 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 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
  • It can be conducted almost anywhere

Disadvantages

  • Specific facilities required
  • Assistant required to administer the test

References

  1. DICK, F. (1987) Sprints and Relays. 5th ed. London: BAAB. p. 22-23

Page Reference

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

  • MACKENZIE, B. (1999) 60 metre Speed Test [WWW] Available from: https://www.brianmac.co.uk/speed60.htm [Accessed