The Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test has risen to prominence in applied sports science in recent years. Given the intermittent nature of many team sports, the included recovery efforts in the Yo-Yo make it an appropriate choice for assessing the aerobic capacity of athletes in many football codes.
Whilst the beep test is still an appropriate choice for some athletes and sports, the Yo-Yo is a key testing method in the arsenal of modern-day sports scientists. There are currently multiple versions of the Yo-Yo recovery tests, but in this video we will focus upon the main version that's implemented in the majority of the elite variations.
In the first instalment of the TRIAX DIY series, the TRIAX team show you the setup, process and facilitation of the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test. The boys get together to provide a demonstration from start to finish of the Yo-Yo and some tips to effectively run some testing with your own athletes at your club. The video also features some clarification on rules and some points on interpretation during the test.
Key Points:
- The purpose of the Yo-Yo Test
- Why the test is important for team sport athletes
- How to setup the test
- How to adjudicate the test
- Facilitating athletes during the test
00:00 Intro
01:00 Explanation of the Test
01:45 Setup and Explanation
02:45 Demonstration of Yo-Yo
04:30 Summary
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