Sprint Testing Explained: SmartSpeed Timing Gates

We discuss how to use timing gates for sprinting, and specifically the SmartSpeed timing gates system from VALD Performance. Timing gates assess athlete speed via sprint testing like the 40 yard dash, and their change of direction abilities with tests such as the 5-10-5 test (which we should NOT call the Pro Agility Test - watch the video to find out why!). We'll also discuss how we can go deeper into analysing timing gate data with sprint force velocity profiling. This video is part of our sports science athlete testing series with VALD Performance, in which I discuss common tests, best practice protocols, metrics and analysis, key research, and test strengths and limitations. Check out the full playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhcuhC0uO5QmPbOgyz2Nh8KIuFW78FM5T Thank you to today's sponsor @ValdPerformance For more information on VALD's SmartSpeed visit: https://bit.ly/42fGJPQ 🎥 WATCH NEXT Isometric Mid Thigh Pull (IMTP): The Ultimate Guide ► https://youtu.be/WxrkAhOh8Mc?si=SdKGx1LXPcjsFcAO How do force plates work? Biomechanics Explained ► https://youtu.be/AWAUBl0K8yU?si=OywWzcJZsUMDDLCo 🎬 Wanting to create content? I use Descript for AI-enhanced video editing. Get started for free ► https://get.descript.com/x3nyxmi8pp6x 😊 Found my content useful? Say thanks ► https://www.buymeacoffee.com/joclubb ✅ SUBSCRIBE Subscribe to the channel for more videos ► @globalperformanceinsights Subscribe to the blog for more sports science insights ► https://bit.ly/3BybzHU 👩‍🔬 ABOUT Jo Clubb, founder of Global Performance Insights, is an Applied Sports Scientist, with career experience working in sports science across the English Premier League, NHL, and NFL. Jo is now a Sports Science Consultant and consults with professional teams and sports tech companies around the world on sports science. She discusses sports technology, training load monitoring, athlete testing and training, and sports and exercise science careers. 🛍️ SHOP For more useful resources on this topic, check out the Global Performance Insights Amazon shop ► https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/joclubbsportsci 🔗 CONNECT Website: https://bit.ly/3xgDz05 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/joclubbsportsci 📑 CHAPTERS 00:00 Speed is critical in sport! 01:03 VALD's SmartSpeed Timing Gate System 01:45 Sprint testing protocols 04:44 The NFL Combine 40 yard dash 09:22 Change of Direction testing 12:43 Sport-specific testing 👍DISCLAIMER Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content.