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Force Plate
Shop on AmazonUse a force plate during vertical jump testing to capture more than jump height alone. It measures ground reaction force, rate of force development, impulse, and takeoff speed, giving a fuller picture of explosive power and force-velocity characteristics.
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“Now, in the lab, we often use what's called a Bosco protocol, and you're gonna stand on a force plate, and you're gonna do as many vertical jumps as fast as you can, as high as you can for 60 seconds”
Andrew Huberman · Essentials: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Dr. Andy Galpin · Sep 17, 2026 · 21:26 · YouTube ↗
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