Vertical Jump (Cooper): Age Trend
Vertical jump height declines steadily with age; the median for men falls from 20.5 inches in the 20s to 14 inches by the 50s.
Data source: Cooper Institute (Law Enforcement) About this study
Vertical Jump (Cooper) Strength Trend
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Vertical Jump (Cooper) by Age (inches)
Vertical Jump (Cooper) Median Values
| Age | Male (inches) | Female (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| 24.5 | 20.5 | 15.2 |
| 34.5 | 19.5 | 12.5 |
| 44.5 | 16 | 10 |
| 54.5 | 14 | - |
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Cooper Law Enforcement Fitness Battery
This metric is part of the Cooper law enforcement fitness battery, a six-test assessment used by US police departments, the FBI, and military branches.
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