

It is important to conduct the agility test before the octorepeater test as it is used to calculate the fatigue index. The athlete completes 4 sets of 2 x 20m and 4 sets of 2 x 10m sprints, alternating between the 2 x 20m and 4 x 10m sprints, through four times through with 25 second rest intervals between each 2x20 & 4x10 sets.

To jump vertically, move freely around the court, and theĮxtra weight will increase fatigue during the game. Excess body fat would affect the netball player's ability Weight changes would give an indication of body fat changes,Īssuming no change in muscle mass. If this is not available, monitoring body Sprint tests should be conducted over 20m, withĪ split times recorded for the first five and ten meters ifīody fat can be measured using the skinfold Strength tests for specific exercises should be conducted.įast running in netball is conducted over a short distance, with the ability to accelerate quickly very important. The vertical jump test can be performed to measure leg power. Levels and to monitor strength changes in conjunction with StrengthĪnd power tests should also be done to determine strength Vertical jump ability is very critical for netball. Of other body areas that used in the game would also be suitable. The sit & reach test can be done for lower back and hamstring flexibility. Flexibility tests Flexibilityįlexibility is important in terms of being injury free andīeing able to move freely around the court. The test should be performed indoor on the same There are many other aerobic fitness tests which are also suitable: you can find information on many other aerobic tests here. The shuttle run (beep) test or yo-yo test would usually be the most appropriate test for testing a netball

Aerobic fitness is a very important component of fitnessįor netball.
