How to Calculate Jump Height
What is Jump Height?
A jump height calculator converts hang time (time both feet are off the ground) into maximum jump height, using projectile motion physics. It is used to measure athletic explosive power.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1Physics: max height = g × (hang time / 2)² / 2 where g = 9.81 m/s²
- 2Or: max height = hang time² × g / 8
- 3Flight time is typically measured by a contact mat or slow-motion video
Worked Examples
Input
Hang time 0.6 seconds
Result
44 cm jump height
0.6² × 9.81 / 8 = 0.441 m
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