The army fitness test (FTA) assesses the physical fitness of male and female conscripts/army personnel (gender-specific value tables). However, the athletic performance test can also be carried out for other athletes to determine their level of fitness.

Procedure of the test

Information:
First, the starting numbers are distributed and the participants are informed about the procedure of the FTA. The stations in the hall and the final endurance test in the hall or in the field take place after the run-in. Participants must wear their sports shoes and race number throughout the test (with the exception of the measurement of anthropometric parameters). Exercising is not permitted during the waiting times between the individual stations.

Warm-up:
A (guided) warm-up is carried out before the test. The warm-up lasts 10 to 15 minutes, of which approx. 10 minutes are set aside for stimulating the cardiovascular system and approx. 5 minutes for mobilising the joints/purpose gymnastics.

Station operation:
The participants all perform the medicine ball kick first. Once all participants have completed the medicine ball kick, half of the participants switch to the global trunk strength test and the other half to the anthropometric parameters survey. As soon as both subgroups have completed their measurements, the stations are swapped. The last station is the endurance test. The sports director and his assistants prepare the evaluation.

Sequence:
Station 1: Medicine ball kick
Station 2a: Global trunk strength test
Station 2b: Anthropometric parameters
Station 3: Progressive endurance run (indoor or outdoor)

Execution rules

Station 1: Medicine ball kick

Facility:
A long bench is placed against a wall. The height of the long bench at rest is 37 to 38 cm, the seat height in the centre of the loaded long bench is 35 to 36 cm. A measuring tape 10 metres long is attached to the floor perpendicular to the wall with adhesive tape. The zero point of the measuring tape is on the wall.

Execution:
The participant sits on the long bench so that their buttocks and back touch the wall. A foam/soft tennis ball is placed between the shoulder blades and pressed against the wall. The medicine ball (2 kg, Ø 28 cm) is held with both hands in front of the chest and kicked from there. The medicine ball kick is invalid if the buttocks leave the bench, the back leaves the wall (check whether the foam/soft tennis ball moves/falls down) or the ball is not kicked with both hands.
Tip: the participants should press themselves against the wall with the strength of their legs to keep their back against the wall when kicking the ball. The ball must be held firmly and kicked at an angle of approximately 45 degrees. Before the ball kick, the participant should build up tension in the upper body, with the final kick being performed as explosively as possible.

Attempts:
Three, the best attempt is scored, but at least one valid attempt must be achieved.
All three attempts are either performed immediately one after the other without interruption or all participants perform the first, then the second and finally the third attempt one after the other (pauses between the kicks can influence the results, but different scoring is not used as the difference is negligible).

Measurement:
The distance is measured to the nearest centimetre (round results mathematically), from the wall to the landing point of the ball (centre of the ball).

Control:
The test leader is located next to the expected landing area of the ball. He/she checks the correct execution of the ball kick, paying particular attention to ensuring that the buttocks do not leave the long bench, the back does not leave the wall (displacement of the foam/soft tennis ball) and that the ball is kicked with both arms simultaneously. The landing point of the ball (centre of the ball) is immediately marked with an indicator stick to record the distance of the shot. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.

Station 2a: Global trunk strength test

Facility:
A fitness mat can optionally be placed on a flat floor for the participants. A trunk strength tester (RKT) is attached to the centre of a vaulting box to check the position in the forearm support. A music system including a CD with a count is required for the test procedure.

Execution:
Position in the forearm support: The outstretched legs and upper body form a line. The legs are supported on the tips of the toes and the upper body on the forearms. The forearms lie flat on the floor parallel to each other. The hands must not touch/be closed. The upper arms are vertical (90 degree angle at the elbow joint).
The feet are lifted alternately 2 to 5 cm off the floor in a one-second rhythm. If the rhythm cannot be maintained due to a lack of sense of rhythm, the test leader corrects the participant. As the rhythm only has a minor influence on the performance, the test can also be assessed if the leg movement is arrhythmic.
The time is stopped as soon as the position in the forearm support can no longer be maintained and the participant returns to the prone position; the knees are put down; the head is supported on the arms. The participant is admonished, but the time is not stopped as soon as the hands touch/close.
The participant is in the prone position (on the fitness mat) between the centre section of the vaulting box and assumes the position in the forearm support under the instruction of the test leader. The test leader checks the position of the RKT so that it is positioned on the small of the back (directly above the buttocks). If the switch on the RKT is pressed upwards, the diode lights up. If necessary, a small soft mat can be used for smaller participants so that they can also assume the correct position. As soon as the participant has positioned themselves correctly in relation to the RKT, they return to the prone position. At the start signal, the competitor assumes the forearm support position again, whereupon the timing starts. In the event of an abort, the competitor does not have to remain lying between the centre section of the vault box, but can return to the waiting area. If no cancellation criterion occurs, the participants can cancel the measurement after 300 seconds, as the maximum time is counted from this point onwards (CD runs up to a maximum of 400 seconds).

Attempts:
One. It is not permitted to continue the test after a cancellation criterion (a pause) has been reached.

Measurement:
The time is measured to the nearest second (result according to the count on the CD).

Control:
The test leader explicitly points out the cancellation criteria in advance. During the test, the test leader checks the execution regulations, paying particular attention to the fact that the hands do not touch, the head is not supported, the feet are lifted alternately and contact with the measuring device is maintained. If the participant is unable to maintain the rhythm when lifting their legs every second, the test leader will point this out to them. However, this is not a criterion for cancelling the test. The participant's contact with the measuring device can be checked using the light on the timer. If contact is lost, the test leader is responsible for ensuring that contact is re-established immediately. This applies until one of the cancellation criteria is met. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
A CD is used for the time measurement, on which a count can be heard every second. The test is carried out in small groups. The test leader checks the positions of the participants beforehand to ensure that they are correctly positioned under the RKT. Once all the settings have been made, the participants start the global trunk strength test at the same time. As soon as a participant no longer fulfils the execution requirements, the test leader records the time.

Station 2b: Anthropometric parameters

Facilities:
Height: A stadiometer is provided to measure height or a measuring tape is attached to a wall with adhesive tape.
Weight: Calibrated scales are required to determine weight (including spare batteries). It is important to ensure that the scales are placed on a firm surface (the hall floor can distort the result). Once the scale has been calibrated, it will not be moved again.
Waist circumference: The waist circumference is recorded with a measuring tape.

Design:
All measurements are taken without shoes and only in a T-shirt and gym shorts.
Size: The participant stands upright under the stadiometer/on the wall in front of the measuring tape. Feet touching, looking straight ahead (head upright).
Weight: The participant stands on the scales and remains still until the scales display shows a stable number.
Waist circumference: The participant stands upright and relaxed in front of the test leader, feet positioned hip-width apart, arms hanging loosely beside the body. The measurement is taken while exhaling (no abdominal contraction).

Measurement:
Height: The height is measured to the nearest centimetre (mathematically rounding the result), from the floor to the top of the head.
Weight: The weight is measured to the nearest 0.1 kg (mathematically rounding the result).
Waist circumference: The circumference is measured to the nearest centimetre (mathematically rounding the result). The waist circumference is measured in the centre between the lower edge of the ribs and the iliac crest (usually the thinnest part of the upper body, approx. 1-2 cm above the navel).
Calculations: WHtR (waist to height index) = waist circumference [cm] / height [cm] BMI (body mass index) = body weight [kg] / height2 [m2].

Control:
Height: The test leader ensures that the participant is in the correct position and positions the height slider of the stadiometer or places a flat surface on the participant's head at right angles to the wall in order to read the height on the measuring tape.
Weight: The test leader ensures that the participant stands on the scales until they have finally defined the weight.
Waist circumference: The waist circumference is measured with a measuring tape that is placed horizontally (parallel to the floor) on the participant's body without cutting into it. The test leader carries out the measurement while the participant exhales.
The anthropometric parameters are recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.

Station 3a: Progressive endurance run (circuit)

Facility:
If conditions permit, the progressive endurance run is carried out on an outdoor facility (see section 1.2.3 Endurance test). A flat and clear circular track with a length of at least 200 metres is required for the run. The ground must be firm (a finned track is not suitable as the additional load caused by the soft ground distorts the evaluation). A marker (pig cone/cap) is placed on the inside of the track every 10 metres. If signalling lamps are available, these are placed on the markings (pig cones). If no optical signalling system is available, the progressive endurance run is conducted with an acoustic signal. This requires a music system including a CD on which a signal tone can be heard. The music system must be set up so that the signal tone can be heard clearly along the entire circuit.

Execution:
Each participant starts at a marker. In exceptional cases (lack of time), two competitors may line up at each marker. At the start signal, the participant starts running anti-clockwise. During the progressive endurance run, the competitors must reach the next marker at each visual/audible signal. If the participant is travelling too fast, they must wait at the next marker until the signal. The test ends as soon as the participant can no longer keep up with the set pace and passes the next marker too late without being able to catch up. If the participant drops out, he/she goes to the outside lane and ensures that his/her running time has been recorded (report to the test leader responsible for the respective sector).

Attempts:
One.

Measurement:
The running time is measured to the nearest second (round the result mathematically).
The progressive endurance run starts at 8.5 km/h. The running speed increases every 200 metres. The running speed increases by 0.5 km/h every 200 m.

Control:
If the participants are lined up in the order of the start numbers, the control is simplified, as a mistake in the form of running ahead/overtaking or falling behind the participants is better recognised if the participants do not adhere to the execution regulations. Before the test, the visual or acoustic signal is shown or played to the participants. At the start signal, all test leaders start their stopwatch. During the progressive endurance run, the test leaders check that the participants keep to the pace and always pass a marker at the signal. Participants running ahead/overtaking are instructed to reduce their running speed until the running rhythm matches the signal tone again or to wait briefly at the marker until the signal appears or sounds. The test leaders look towards the direction in which the participants are running and note the running time of the participants who stop the test between themselves and the previous test leader (sector allocation). If a participant does not stop the test independently, even though he/she is obviously no longer able to keep up the pace, the test leader takes him/her out of the run and records the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
Recommendation for sector allocation: the 4 test leaders are allocated to the "corners" of the circuit (start/end of the bends).

Station 3b: Progressive endurance run (20-metre penile run)

Facility:
If the conditions do not allow the progressive endurance run to take place on an outdoor facility, the progressive endurance run is moved indoors (see section 1.2.3 Endurance test). In the hall, 22 m in length (20 m from baseline to baseline plus one metre each for turning) and 1 m in width per participant must be available for the run. The two baselines and the centre line must be clearly marked (cones). The shuttle run is carried out with an acoustic signal. This requires a music system including a CD on which a signal tone can be heard. The music system is set up so that the signal tone can be heard clearly by all participants.

Performance:
The participants line up next to each other at a distance of one metre between two markers (cones). At the start signal, the participant runs to the opposite baseline. During the progressive endurance run, the participants must reach the next line (baseline or centre line) at each acoustic signal. At the baselines, the participant turns, crossing the line with at least one part of the foot. The participants therefore shuttle back and forth between the baselines. If the participant is travelling too fast, they must wait at the next line until the signal tone. The test ends as soon as the participant can no longer keep up with the set pace and passes the next line too late without being able to catch up. If the participant drops out, they leave the running area and make sure that their running time has been recorded (report to the test leader responsible for the respective sector).

Tries:
One.

Measurement:
The running time is measured to the nearest second (round the result mathematically).
The progressive endurance run starts at 8.5 km/h. The running speed increases every 200 metres. The running speed increases by 0.5 km/h every 200 metres.

Control:
Before the test, the acoustic signal is played to the participants. At the start signal, all test leaders start their stopwatch. During the progressive endurance run, the test leaders check that the participants keep to the pace and always pass the line (baseline or centre line) at the acoustic signal. Participants running ahead are instructed to reduce their running speed until their running rhythm matches the signal tone again or to wait briefly at the line until the signal sounds. The test leaders note the running time of the participants who stop the test between themselves and the next test leader (sector allocation). If a participant does not stop the test independently, even though he/she is obviously no longer able to keep up the pace, the test leader takes him/her out of the run and records the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
Recommendation for sector allocation: The test leaders distribute themselves evenly over the available area (for 30 participants, for example, 2 sectors of 8 and 7 participants respectively).

All items:
Evaluation form including writing materials or device for electronic data collection.

Medicine ball kick:
Long bench, measuring tape, adhesive tape, 2-3 medicine balls (2 kg, Ø 28 cm), foam/soft tennis ball, scoreboard stick.

Global core strength test:
1 fitness mat per participant (optional), 1 vaulting box centre section incl. RKT per participant, small soft mat for smaller participants, music system including CD with acoustic signal tone.

Anthropometric parameters:
Stadiometer or measuring tape including adhesive tape and flat base, scales including spare batteries, (tailor's) measuring tape.

Circuit run:
1 marker (pig cone for optical signalling system, cone for acoustic signal) per 10 m running distance, distance measuring wheel (if no distance markers are available), optical signalling system or music system including CD with acoustic signal, 1 stopwatch per measuring leader.

20 m shuttle run:
3 markers (cones) per participant, measuring tape, music system including CD with acoustic signal, 1 stopwatch per measuring leader.

The army fitness test (FTA) assesses the physical fitness of male and female conscripts/army personnel (gender-specific value tables). However, the athletic performance test can also be carried out for other athletes to determine their level of fitness.

Procedure of the test

Information:
First, the starting numbers are distributed and the participants are informed about the procedure of the FTA. The stations in the hall and the final endurance test in the hall or in the field take place after the run-in. Participants must wear their sports shoes and race number throughout the test (with the exception of the measurement of anthropometric parameters). Exercising is not permitted during the waiting times between the individual stations.

Warm-up:
A (guided) warm-up is carried out before the test. The warm-up lasts 10 to 15 minutes, of which approx. 10 minutes are set aside for stimulating the cardiovascular system and approx. 5 minutes for mobilising the joints/purpose gymnastics.

Station operation:
The participants first complete stations 1-3 alternately. Afterwards, half of the participants switch to the global trunk strength test and the other half to the anthropometric parameters. As soon as both subgroups have taken their measurements, the stations are swapped. The last station is the endurance test. The sports director and his assistants prepare the evaluation.

Sequence:
Station 1: Medicine ball kick
Station 2: Standing long jump
Station 3: One-legged stand
Station 4a: Global trunk strength test
Station 4b: Anthropometric parameters
Station 5: Progressive endurance run (indoor or outdoor)

Execution rules

Station 1: Medicine ball kick

Facility:
A long bench is placed against a wall. The height of the long bench at rest is 37 to 38 cm, the seat height in the centre of the loaded long bench is 35 to 36 cm. A measuring tape 10 metres long is attached to the floor perpendicular to the wall with adhesive tape. The zero point of the measuring tape is on the wall.

Execution:
The participant sits on the long bench so that their buttocks and back touch the wall. A foam/soft tennis ball is placed between the shoulder blades and pressed against the wall. The medicine ball (2 kg, Ø 28 cm) is held with both hands in front of the chest and kicked from there. The medicine ball kick is invalid if the buttocks leave the bench, the back leaves the wall (check whether the foam/soft tennis ball moves/falls down) or the ball is not kicked with both hands.
Tip: the participants should press themselves against the wall with the strength of their legs to keep their back against the wall when kicking the ball. The ball must be held firmly and kicked at an angle of approximately 45 degrees. Before the ball kick, the participant should build up tension in the upper body, with the final kick being performed as explosively as possible.

Attempts:
Three, the best attempt is scored, but at least one valid attempt must be achieved.
All three attempts are either performed immediately one after the other without interruption or all participants complete the first, then the second and finally the third attempt one after the other (pauses between the kicks can influence the results, but different scoring is not used as the difference is negligible).

Measurement:
The distance is measured to the nearest centimetre (round results mathematically), from the wall to the landing point of the ball (centre of the ball).

Control:
The test leader is located next to the expected landing area of the ball. He/she checks the correct execution of the ball kick, paying particular attention to ensuring that the buttocks do not leave the long bench, the back does not leave the wall (displacement of the foam/soft tennis ball) and that the ball is kicked with both arms simultaneously. The landing point of the ball (centre of the ball) is immediately marked with an indicator stick to record the distance of the shot. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.

Station 2: Standing long jump

Facility:
A jump line is marked on the hall floor and a 3.5 m long measuring tape is attached to the floor perpendicular to it with adhesive tape. The zero point of the measuring tape is at the front edge of the jump line (edge facing the jumper). Next to the measuring tape, the landing area is laid out with three mats on one side (from 0.5 m due to the risk of tripping during the jump). So that there is no gap between the mats in the anticipated landing area, the first mat is placed with the width of the mat facing the measuring tape, and the other two mats are placed lengthways. The rearmost mat is placed flush with a wall to prevent the mats attached to each other from slipping away.

Execution:
The participant must jump from a standing position with both legs at the same time. Rocking is allowed, jumping forward is not. Both feet are in front of the jump line and must touch the ground until the jump. Over-jumping attempts are invalid. The participant must jump onto the mat track (scoring table corresponds to this variant). Jumping next to the mat track is also prohibited due to injury-related aspects. The landing position does not have to be maintained, but the participant must step forwards after the jump.
Tip: Before the jump, participants should bend their knees slightly, achieve a good pre-tension, take a slight forward lean and then jump off powerfully. Leading the arms forwards (swinging movement) supports the jump. The legs are pulled in during the jump and placed as far forward as possible on landing without the participant losing their balance and falling backwards.

Attempts:
Three, the best attempt is scored, but at least one valid attempt must be achieved.
All three attempts are either made immediately one after the other without interruption or all participants complete the first, then the second and finally the third attempt one after the other (pauses between the jumps can influence the results, but different scoring is not used as the difference is negligible).

Measurement:
The distance is measured to the nearest centimetre (round results mathematically), from the front edge of the take-off line to the rearmost point of contact of the body on the mat (usually the heel).

Control:
The test leader is located next to the expected landing area. He checks the correct execution of the jump, paying particular attention to ensuring that there is no bouncing or stepping over the jump line. After landing, the landing point is immediately marked with an indicator stick to record the jump distance. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later evaluated electronically.

Station 3: One-legged stand

Facility:
A (gymnastics) tyre with a diameter of 70 cm is placed on flat ground.
Variant: A music system including a CD on which a count can be heard is also required.

Execution:
The participant places the left foot in the centre of the tyre. The right foot is held against the back of the knee of the supporting leg (left leg). The upper body is upright, the supporting leg is extended. The hands are held together behind the back. The competitor assumes this position at the start signal "Ready, start", whereupon the timing begins. After 10 seconds the command "Close your eyes" is given, after a further 10 seconds the next command "Head back with eyes closed" is given. In response to the test leader's commands, the participants carry out the corresponding commands. After 60 seconds, the measurement is cancelled and the maximum time is scored. The right leg is then tested.
The time is stopped as soon as the standing foot leaves the ground (only slight shifts with constant contact with the ground are permitted, jumping is not permitted); the standing foot touches the tyre; the bent foot no longer touches the back of the knee; the hands are no longer held together; the commands are no longer followed (the eyes are opened or the head leaves the neck).

Attempts:
One attempt per side (leg).
The two attempts are performed immediately one after the other without interruption.

Measurement:
The final result is the sum of the results of the left and right standing leg.
The time is measured to the nearest 0.1 seconds (round results mathematically).
Variant: The time is measured to the nearest second (results according to the count on the CD).

Control:
The test leader explicitly points out all cancellation criteria in advance. At this station, special care must be taken to ensure that the participants do not practise. During the test, the test leader ensures calm and concentration and gives the appropriate commands ("close eyes" after 10 seconds, "head with eyes closed in the neck" after 20 seconds). The test leader is constantly on the move to monitor the criteria. For example, the extension of the standing leg can be checked at some distance from the participant. However, to check whether the eyes are closed, the distance between the test leader and participant needs to be reduced from time to time and a new angle of vision is required. As soon as a participant no longer fulfils the execution requirements, the test leader records the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
Ideally, a test administrator stops the time of a participant. If there is not enough time, one test leader can time two participants at the same time (2 stopwatches).
Variant: In exceptional cases, the test can be carried out in small groups if there are large numbers of participants. In this case, a CD is used for timing, on which a count can be heard every second. The participants start the one-leg stand at the same time. As soon as a participant no longer fulfils the execution requirements, the test leader records the time. In this variant, it is more difficult for the test leader to check the execution rules (use a helper).

Station 4a: Global trunk strength test

Facility:
A fitness mat can optionally be placed on a flat floor for the participants. A trunk strength tester (RKT) is attached to the centre of a vaulting box to check the position in the forearm support. A music system including a CD with a count is required for the test procedure.

Execution:
Position in the forearm support: The outstretched legs and upper body form a line. The legs are supported on the tips of the toes and the upper body on the forearms. The forearms lie flat on the floor parallel to each other. The hands must not touch/be closed. The upper arms are vertical (90 degree angle at the elbow joint).
The feet are lifted alternately 2 to 5 cm off the floor in a one-second rhythm. If the rhythm cannot be maintained due to a lack of sense of rhythm, the test leader corrects the participant. As the rhythm only has a minor influence on the performance, the test can also be assessed if the leg movement is arrhythmic.
The time is stopped as soon as the position in the forearm support can no longer be maintained and the participant returns to the prone position; the knees are put down; the head is supported on the arms. The participant is admonished, but the time is not stopped as soon as the hands touch/close.
The participant is in the prone position (on the fitness mat) between the centre section of the vaulting box and assumes the position in the forearm support under the instruction of the test leader. The test leader checks the position of the RKT so that it is positioned on the small of the back (directly above the buttocks). If the switch on the RKT is pressed upwards, the diode lights up. If necessary, a small soft mat can be used for smaller participants so that they can also assume the correct position. As soon as the participant has positioned themselves correctly in relation to the RKT, they return to the prone position. At the start signal, the competitor assumes the forearm support position again, whereupon the timing starts. In the event of an abort, the competitor does not have to remain lying between the centre section of the vault box, but can return to the waiting area. If no cancellation criterion occurs, the participants can cancel the measurement after 300 seconds, as the maximum time is counted from this point onwards (CD runs up to a maximum of 400 seconds).

Attempts:
One. It is not permitted to continue the test after a cancellation criterion (a pause) has been reached.

Measurement:
The time is measured to the nearest second (result according to the count on the CD).

Control:
The test leader explicitly points out the cancellation criteria in advance. During the test, the test leader checks the execution regulations, paying particular attention to the fact that the hands do not touch, the head is not supported, the feet are lifted alternately and contact with the measuring device is maintained. If the participant is unable to maintain the rhythm when lifting their legs every second, the test leader will point this out to them. However, this is not a criterion for cancelling the test. The participant's contact with the measuring device can be checked using the light on the timer. If contact is lost, the test leader is responsible for ensuring that contact is re-established immediately. This applies until one of the cancellation criteria is met. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
A CD is used for the time measurement, on which a count can be heard every second. The test is carried out in small groups. The test leader checks the positions of the participants beforehand to ensure that they are correctly positioned under the RKT. Once all the settings have been made, the participants start the global trunk strength test at the same time. As soon as a participant no longer fulfils the execution requirements, the test leader records the time.

Station 4b: Anthropometric parameters

Facilities:
Height: A stadiometer is provided to measure height or a measuring tape is attached to a wall with adhesive tape.
Weight: A calibrated scale is required to determine weight (including spare batteries). It is important to ensure that the scales are placed on a firm surface (the hall floor can distort the result). Once the scale has been calibrated, it will not be moved again.
Waist circumference: The waist circumference is recorded with a measuring tape.

Design:
All measurements are taken without shoes and only in a T-shirt and gym shorts.
Size: The participant stands upright under the stadiometer/on the wall in front of the measuring tape. Feet touching, looking straight ahead (head upright).
Weight: The participant stands on the scales and remains still until the scales display shows a stable number.
Waist circumference: The participant stands upright and relaxed in front of the test leader, feet positioned hip-width apart, arms hanging loosely beside the body. The measurement is taken while exhaling (no abdominal contraction).

Measurement:
Height: The height is measured to the nearest centimetre (mathematically rounding the result), from the floor to the top of the head.
Weight: The weight is measured to the nearest 0.1 kg (mathematically rounding the result).
Waist circumference: The circumference is measured to the nearest centimetre (mathematically rounding the result). The waist circumference is measured in the centre between the lower edge of the ribs and the iliac crest (usually the thinnest part of the upper body, approx. 1-2 cm above the navel).
Calculations: WHtR (waist to height index) = waist circumference [cm] / height [cm] BMI (body mass index) = body weight [kg] / height2 [m2].

Control:
Height: The test leader ensures that the participant is in the correct position and positions the height slider of the stadiometer or places a flat surface on the participant's head at right angles to the wall in order to read the height on the measuring tape.
Weight: The test leader ensures that the participant stands on the scales until they have finally defined the weight.
Waist circumference: The waist circumference is measured with a measuring tape that is placed horizontally (parallel to the floor) on the participant's body without cutting into it. The test leader takes the measurement while the participant exhales.
The anthropometric parameters are recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.

Station 5a: Progressive endurance run (circuit)

Facility:
If conditions permit, the progressive endurance run is carried out on an outdoor facility (see section 1.2.3 Endurance test). A flat and clear circular track with a length of at least 200 metres is required for the run. The ground must be firm (a finned track is not suitable as the additional load caused by the soft ground distorts the evaluation). A marker (pig cone/cap) is placed on the inside of the track every 10 metres. If signalling lamps are available, these are placed on the markings (pig cones). If no optical signalling system is available, the progressive endurance run is conducted with an acoustic signal. This requires a music system including a CD on which a signal tone can be heard. The music system must be set up so that the signal tone can be heard clearly along the entire circuit.

Execution:
Each participant starts at a marker. In exceptional cases (lack of time), two competitors may line up at each marker. At the start signal, the participant starts running anti-clockwise. During the progressive endurance run, the competitors must reach the next marker at each visual/audible signal. If the participant is travelling too fast, they must wait at the next marker until the signal. The test ends as soon as the participant can no longer keep up with the set pace and passes the next marker too late without being able to catch up. If the participant drops out, he/she goes to the outside lane and ensures that his/her running time has been recorded (report to the test leader responsible for the respective sector).

Attempts:
One.

Measurement:
The running time is measured to the nearest second (round the result mathematically).
The progressive endurance run starts at 8.5 km/h. The running speed increases every 200 metres. The running speed increases by 0.5 km/h every 200 m.

Control:
If the participants are lined up in the order of the start numbers, the control is simplified, as a mistake in the form of running ahead/overtaking or falling behind the participants is better recognised if the participants do not adhere to the execution regulations. Before the test, the visual or acoustic signal is shown or played to the participants. At the start signal, all test leaders start their stopwatch. During the progressive endurance run, the test leaders check that the participants keep to the pace and always pass a marker at the signal. Participants running ahead/overtaking are instructed to reduce their running speed until the running rhythm matches the signal tone again or to wait briefly at the marker until the signal appears or sounds. The test leaders look towards the direction in which the participants are running and note the running time of the participants who stop the test between themselves and the previous test leader (sector allocation). If a participant does not stop the test independently, even though he/she is obviously no longer able to keep up the pace, the test leader takes him/her out of the run and records the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
Recommendation for sector allocation: the 4 test leaders are allocated to the "corners" of the circuit (start/end of the bends).

Station 5b: Progressive endurance run (20-metre penile run)

Facility:
If the conditions do not allow the progressive endurance run to take place on an outdoor facility, the progressive endurance run is moved indoors (see section 1.2.3 Endurance test). In the hall, 22 m in length (20 m from baseline to baseline plus one metre each for turning) and 1 m in width per participant must be available for the run. The two baselines and the centre line must be clearly marked (cones). The shuttle run is carried out with an acoustic signal. This requires a music system including a CD on which a signal tone can be heard. The music system is set up so that the signal tone can be heard clearly by all participants.

Performance:
The participants line up next to each other at a distance of one metre between two markers (cones). At the start signal, the participant runs to the opposite baseline. During the progressive endurance run, the participants must reach the next line (baseline or centre line) at each acoustic signal. At the baselines, the participant turns, crossing the line with at least one part of the foot. The participants therefore shuttle back and forth between the baselines. If the participant is travelling too fast, they must wait at the next line until the signal tone. The test ends as soon as the participant can no longer keep up with the set pace and passes the next line too late without being able to catch up. If the participant drops out, they leave the running area and make sure that their running time has been recorded (report to the test leader responsible for the respective sector).

Tries:
One.

Measurement:
The running time is measured to the nearest second (round the result mathematically).
The progressive endurance run starts at 8.5 km/h. The running speed increases every 200 metres. The running speed increases by 0.5 km/h every 200 metres.

Control:
Before the test, the acoustic signal is played to the participants. At the start signal, all test leaders start their stopwatch. During the progressive endurance run, the test leaders check that the participants keep to the pace and always pass the line (baseline or centre line) at the acoustic signal. Participants running ahead are instructed to reduce their running speed until the running rhythm matches the signal tone again or to wait briefly at the line until the signal sounds. The test leaders note the running time of the participants who stop the test between themselves and the next test leader (sector allocation). If a participant does not stop the test independently, even though he/she is obviously no longer able to keep up the pace, the test leader takes him/her out of the run and records the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred to an evaluation form and later analysed electronically.
Recommendation for sector allocation: The test leaders distribute themselves evenly over the available area (for 30 participants, for example, 2 sectors of 8 and 7 participants respectively).

All items:
Evaluation form including writing materials or device for electronic data collection.

Medicine ball kick:
Long bench, measuring tape, adhesive tape, 2-3 medicine balls (2 kg, Ø 28 cm), foam/soft tennis ball, scoreboard.

Long jump:
Measuring tape, adhesive tape, 3 small soft mats (7 cm), scoreboard.

One-legged stand:
1 gymnastics tyre (Ø 70cm) per participant, 1-2 stopwatches.
Variant: music system including CD with acoustic signal tone.

Global core strength test:
1 fitness mat per participant (optional), 1 vaulting box centre section incl. RKT per participant, small soft mat for smaller participants, music system including CD with acoustic signal tone.

Anthropometric parameters:
Stadiometer or measuring tape including adhesive tape and flat base, scales including spare batteries, (tailor's) measuring tape.

Circuit run:
1 marker (pig cone for optical signalling system, cone for acoustic signal) per 10 m running distance, distance measuring wheel (if no distance markers are available), optical signalling system or music system including CD with acoustic signal, 1 stopwatch per measuring leader.

20 m shuttle run:
3 markers (cones) per participant, measuring tape, music system including CD with acoustic signal, 1 stopwatch per measuring leader.

The obstacle course in the field (HiBa Gelände) is used to test the conditional substance and coordination skills. The aim is to test dexterity and technique on the HiBa Gelände by means of time measurement.

Execution regulations

Facility:

As the name suggests, the HiBa Gelände is located outdoors. The HiBa terrain is standardised, with ten obstacles spread over a distance of approx. 250 m (min. 150 m and max. 300 m). Normally the obstacles are distributed over a straight course. On certain weapon courses (Wpl), the HiBa terrain is not laid out in a straight line, but in the shape of the letter "U" or "S". In the U-shape, the start and finish are next to each other; in the S-shape, as with the straight course, they are on the opposite side. The HiBa terrain also differs in terms of distance on the individual courses, whereby the minimum and maximum course length must be observed.
Before each use of the HiBa terrain, the elements must be checked for their suitability and the course cleaned/removed of foreign objects. Minimising the risk of injury (e.g. gravel pit avenge at the climbing wall) is the responsibility of the test leader and has the highest priority.

Item description:

1. Double beam
2. Crawling net
3. Ditch (lion's den)
4. Ford
5. Balancing obstacle (triple beam)
6. Balancing beam (zig-zag-beams)
7. Waaght jump and crawl beams
8. Beam stairs (bear step)
9. Lane (chicane)
10. Climbing wall (sloping wall)

Execution:

Double beam: Jump onto the front beam with your right foot - support yourself with both hands on the higher beam - place your left foot on the floor between the two beams - switch your right foot to the instep and push off - swing your left leg outwards - support yourself - swing your right leg underneath your left - land on your right foot (or in the opposite direction).

Kriechnetz: Jump in sideways - hold your arms sideways without touching the floor with your elbows - keep your head low - feet flat - move forwards with large movements "on all fours".

Ditch (lion's den): Jump in from a low squat (4-point landing) - jump onto the wall with one foot - support the elbows on the top of the wall on the same side - simultaneously swing the opposite leg up and support the foot on the edge of the wall - push the body up (use of an auxiliary device, step, etc. is permitted) - "slower" jumps are allowed.

Furt: Permitted variations: fastest passage, 3-step method or zig-zag method. Fastest passage: three jumps - two on the two footholds on the right-hand side - one (the last) at the end of the ford. 3-step method: four jumps - three on the footholds on the left side - one (the last) at the end of the ford. Zig-zag method: six jumps - five alternating jumps on the treads - one (the last) to the end of the ford. Only the treads may be used to cross the ford, otherwise the obstacle must be repeated.

Beam obstacle: (triple beam) Jump onto the lowest beam with the right leg (looking at the kick points) - swing your left leg up without touching the top beam - throw your upper body over the beam - push your left hand off the centre beam - land on both feet looking towards the next obstacle. Easier overcoming options: one-sided armpit hang; push elbows down strongly - use the step during the introduction. Or swing the outer leg up until the heel can be hooked over the edge of the wall - head backwards - roll the body onto the wall with arm and leg pull - turn away.

Balancing beam: (zig-zag beam) traverse the obstacle on both feet, holding the arms sideways. If the participant falls off the beam, the obstacle must be repeated.

Waaght jump and crawl beams: Place one leg on the side - swing through with the other underneath - land "on all fours" - slip under the next beam without turning the body - overcome beams 3 and 4 in the same way.

Beam stairs (bear step): Overcome the beams alternately with the right/left leg (with as much speed as possible and strong body propulsion) - on the fourth beam, support one leg at the side Centre of gravity low) - swing through with the other leg at the bottom - 4-point landing. If the participant falls off the beam, the obstacle must be repeated.

Running lane (chicane): Run through as quickly as possible; pull yourself "round the corners" with both hands (front foot on the object to fix/block).

Climbing wall (inclined wall): Jump onto and climb the wall with as much speed as possible (possibly with the help of the rope) - support one leg sideways on the platform (centre of gravity low) - swing through to the lower jump with the other leg - 4-point landing.

Target: The finish line must be crossed completely with the whole body before the time is stopped.

Female participants skip the ditch, the beam stairs and the climbing wall (obstacles 3, 8 and 10).

Attempts:

One to three, the best attempt is scored.
Each participant must complete at least one attempt. Further attempts are voluntary, with a maximum of three attempts available. For time reasons, the test director can adjust the maximum number of attempts.

Measurement:

The time from the start command until the participant has completely crossed the finish line is measured to an accuracy of 1/10 of a second.
Shape: the curves in the U and S shape have no significant influence on the overall performance compared to the straight variant, so that the same evaluation table can be used for all variants.
Distance: unlike the shape, the distance has an influence on the performance. The evaluation table must be adjusted accordingly if the distance differs.

Control:

The test leader explains all the execution regulations to the participants in advance and demonstrates the controls if necessary (however, all participants should be familiar with the test from training). From the start signal, the test leader accompanies the participant along the edge of the HiBa area to the finish. The test leader checks that the participants complete all the controls correctly. As soon as the participant crosses the finish line with their whole body, the test leader stops the time. The test leader then returns to the start to send the next participant onto the course. In the meantime, another test leader has also sent a participant off. As soon as the participant reaches the third obstacle (the ditch), the next participant can be sent onto the course at the earliest. The test leader decides whether to send a competitor onto the course later so that the competitor in front is not caught up. There must never be more than four competitors on the course at the same time. If the HiBa course is laid out in a U-shape, one test leader can keep an eye on the start and finish at the same time and another test leader(s) checks on the course that the obstacles are passed correctly. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation forms and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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10-part standard obstacle course in the terrain (approx. 250 m - but min. 150 m/max. 300 m), 2-4 stopwatches, 1 distance measuring wheel (to define the course length), HiBa terrain control sheet including writing materials, possibly a device for electronic data recording.

The indoor obstacle course (HiBa Halle) is used to test fitness and coordination skills. The aim is to test agility and technique on the HiBa hall by means of time measurement.

Execution regulations

Facility:

As the name suggests, the HiBa hall must always be held indoors and cannot be moved outside. In the HiBa hall, all posts are precisely prescribed and are located in a clearly defined place. A volleyball court should be marked out in the hall, as the controls are distributed according to certain measurement specifications starting from this court. The controls are distributed along the outer line of the volleyball court. Securing the elements to minimise the risk of injury is the responsibility of the test leader and has the highest priority.

Post description:

1. Forward roll: The forward roll is performed on a small soft mat.

2. Slalom: Five painting sticks serve as slalom poles.

3. Crawling under/jumping over: Three vaulting box centre pieces are used for crawling under/jumping over, which are placed between four small soft mats and distributed evenly.

4. Balancing: A long bench is clamped between two vaulting boxes (between the second and top centre section, or 3rd/4th element, so that the long bench is practically flush with the top section of the vaulting box). The narrow side of the long bench faces upwards. The height of the Swedish boxes is 1.10 m.

5. Low jump: The bar height from the floor is 1.20 m for the front bars and 1.70 m for the rear bars. The greatest possible distance is set between the bars. Two small soft mats are placed behind the parallel bars to cushion the competitor's low jump (fix the mats with adhesive tape, long side in the direction of movement). There is no small soft mat on the floor of the parallel bars (risk of tripping).

6. Jumping over: Two vaulting boxes or long pommel horses are used for vaulting (short pommel horse does not meet the standard). The height of the vaulting boxes/pommel horses is 1.10 metres. A small soft mat is placed between the two elements. The long side of the mat lies flush with the two elements.

7. Crawling underneath: A large soft mat is placed over two long benches. The front edge of the soft mat is flush with the entrance to the crawl under between the two long benches. A pig cone is placed in front of each of the two long benches so that the participants know where the two long benches are located and do not injure themselves on them.

Execution:

Forward roll: The participant performs a forward roll on the small soft mat.

Slalom: The participant runs around the marker sticks in a slalom, regardless of which side the first marker stick is passed on. If the participant touches a pole in such a way that it falls over, penalty seconds are added to the total time at the finish (2 seconds per tipped over pole).

Crawling under/skipping over: The participant crawls under the first and third centre sections of the vaulting box, the middle element is skipped.

Balancing: The participant jumps/climbs onto the (first) vaulting box and balances over the narrow side of the long bench to the other vaulting box, from where they jump down to the ground to continue the run. If the participant falls down, the element must be repeated (restart at the turnaround).

Lower jump: The participant jumps over/climbs over/climbs the second bar, whereby the first bar must be passed underneath (climbing underneath) in order to get to the floor of the bar between the two bars first. The most common variant for jumping over the bar is for the participant to hold on to one bar with each hand and jump off the floor of the bar, with the arms acting as a support, in order to get onto the lower bar with one leg. With the supported leg, the participant then pushes off from the lower bar, allowing them to cross the upper bar with the support of the free-swinging leg. However, there are also other ways to move the body over the upper bars (see overcoming the beam obstacle on the obstacle course in the field).

Skipping: The participant jumps over the two obstacles. Possible variations for crossing are a squat jump or swinging the legs sideways over the vaulting box/pommel horse. The soft mat between the two elements must be touched by the participant. Jumping from the first to the second obstacle is therefore prohibited.

Crawling under: The participant crawls/crawls under the large soft mat.

Finish: The finish line must be crossed completely with the whole body before the time is stopped.

Attempts:

Two to five, the best attempt is counted.
Each participant must complete at least two attempts. Further attempts are voluntary, with a maximum of five attempts available. For time reasons, the test director may adjust the maximum number of attempts.

Measurement:

The time from the start command until the participant has completely crossed the finish line is measured to the nearest 1/10 of a second.
2 seconds are added to the total time for each pole knocked over.

Control:

The test leader explains all the execution rules to the participants in advance and demonstrates the controls if necessary (however, all participants should be familiar with the test from training). During the HiBa hall, the test leader is alternately at the start and finish. The test leader sends the participants onto the course in staggered formation, whereby there are never more than two participants on the obstacle course at the same time. The next participant can be sent onto the course at the earliest as soon as the participant in front has passed the third obstacle, provided that the latter has not knocked over a marker stick during the slalom. The test leader decides whether to send a competitor onto the course later so that the competitor in front is not caught up. During the HiBa hall, the test leader keeps track of whether the participants are passing through the controls correctly and notes any penalty seconds due to knocked over marker sticks. As soon as the participant crosses the finish line with their whole body, the test leader stops the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation forms and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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15 stakes, 3 Swedish boxes, 2 Swedish boxes or long horses, 8 small soft mats, 3 long benches, 1 large soft mat, 2 pig cones, 1 measuring tape, 2 stopwatches, HiBa hall control sheet including writing materials, possibly a device for electronic data collection.

Climbing on the rope is used to test fitness and coordination skills. The aim is to test agility and technique on the climbing pole by measuring time.

Execution rules

Facility:

A rope with a mark 4.5 m above the ground. A small (or large) soft mat is placed on both sides of the rope.

Execution:

Contestants are free to climb with or without shoes. The participant may not touch the rope before the start. From the start command of the test leader, the participant climbs up the rope (climbing on two ropes is prohibited) to the 4.5 m mark. Touching the marker is sufficient for the time to be stopped.
Tip: It is recommended to jump off as high as possible with both legs at the start. The most common variants for climbing on the rope are the S-wrap and the J-hook technique. In the S-wrap technique, you grab the rope with your hands (close together) as high up as possible, keeping the rope between your thighs. Now wrap the rope around the weak leg. The rope practically runs once around the calf and finally over the foot further down (S-shape). With the other (strong) foot, step on the rope that has been placed on the weak foot and lock it. Support yourself with the tips of your toes to grab the rope again with your hands (one after the other), preferably at the highest point. Now let go of the rope with the foot clamp grip and pull your legs upwards so that your knees and elbows are almost at the same height. The rope can then be locked again with the feet as described above. With the J-hook technique, you stand next to the rope at the start. Here too, you then grab the rope as high as possible. The hands are close together, which stabilises the entire body. Now pull your leg up to your chest, with the rope running to the left of your body. With the right
foot, grab the rope under the left foot and place it on the left foot to secure it. This creates an angle of over 90 degrees in the rope (J-shape). Once the rope is fixed to the foot, you grab it again with your hands one at a time and the process starts all over again (you can switch sides).

Attempts:

Three, the best attempt is scored.

Measurement:

The time from the start command until the participant touches the 4.

Control:

The test leader ensures that the competitor does not touch the rope before the start command. From the start command, the test leader lets the time run until the participant touches the 4.5 m mark.
The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation sheets and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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A rope attached to the ceiling (4.5 m), 2 soft mats small/large, 1 stopwatch, climbing control sheet including writing materials, possibly a device for electronic data collection.

Climbing on the vertical pole is used to test physical condition and coordination skills. The aim is to test dexterity and technique on the climbing pole by measuring time.

Execution rules

Facility:

Vertical climbing pole with a mark 5 metres above the ground. A small soft mat is placed on both sides of the pole.

Execution:

The participants are free to climb with or without shoes. The participant may not touch the pole before the start. From the start command of the test leader, the participant climbs up the vertical pole (climbing on two poles is prohibited) to the 5 m mark. Touching the marker is sufficient for the time to be stopped.
Tip: It is recommended to jump off as high as possible with both legs at the start. The most common techniques for climbing the pole are either to press the instep of the back leg and the sole of the front leg or both soles of the feet against the pole.

Attempts:

Three, the best attempt is scored.

Measurement:

The time from the start command until the participant touches the 5 m mark is measured to the nearest 1/10 of a second (round the result mathematically).

Control:

The test leader ensures that the participant does not touch the climbing pole before the start command. From the start command, the test leader lets the time run until the participant touches the 5 m mark.
The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation sheets and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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Vertical climbing pole (5 m), 2 small soft mats, 1 stopwatch, climbing control sheet including writing materials, possibly a device for electronic data recording

The fitness and coordination test (KKT) is used to test fitness and coordination skills. This test checks whether the participant is able to perform polysportive movements within the specifications under load.

Execution regulations

Facility:

The KKT must always be carried out indoors and cannot be moved outside. At the KKT, all posts are precisely prescribed and are located at a clearly defined location. A volleyball court should be marked out in the hall, as the posts are distributed according to certain measurement specifications starting from this
court. The controls are located both inside and outside the volleyball court. Securing the elements to minimise the risk of injury is the responsibility of the test leader and has the highest priority.

Post description:

1. Low jump: The long bench is attached to the bar rail facing the participant. The wide long bench side points upwards. The (inclined) long bench must be secured to the parallel bars with ropes. The height of the parallel bars from the floor is 1.10 metres. A small soft mat is placed behind the parallel bars to cushion the participant's low jump.

2. Balancing: The narrow side of the long bench points upwards.

3. Ball catching: A volleyball is passed from a distance of 3 metres. A participant who was not used in the test acts as the passer.

4. Slalom 1: Seven painting sticks serve as slalom poles.

5. Slalom 2: Eight painting sticks serve as slalom poles.

6. Forward roll: The forward roll is performed on a small soft mat.

7. Skipping/crawling under: A vaulting box top section and three centre sections are used for jumping over/crawling under. The first element to be used is the top section. The three centre sections are placed between four small soft mats and distributed evenly (fix the mats in place with adhesive tape). The foremost mat lies flush with the top section.

8. Walking backwards: Walking backwards begins after going round a painting stick.

9. Rolling backwards: The roll backwards is performed on a small soft mat.

10. Supporting on the parallel bars: The bar height from the floor is 1.20 metres. When getting in and out, a power hose/rope is fixed at a height of 70 cm. A long bench is required for the "penalty post".

Two lanes are installed at almost all posts so that overtaking is possible. Two long benches are therefore provided for the low jump and balancing (controls 1 and 2), two small soft mats are placed for the forward and backward roll (controls 6 and 9), two colouring sticks are set up for running backwards (control 8) and two Swedish boxes are required for jumping over/crawling under (control 7). There is enough space available for the slalom so that the participants can overtake each other. Two lanes can also be set up for the support (item 10), but there are usually not enough (more than two parallel bars) available in the sports halls.

Execution:

Low jump: The participant runs up the sloping long bench and jumps over the bars of the parallel bars onto the small soft mat placed behind them.

Balancing: The participant balances over the narrow side of the long bench. If the participant falls down, the element must be repeated.

Ball catching: The participant catches the volleyball pass from the passer. A ball that is not caught is retrieved by the participant (no new pass).

Slalom 1: The participant bounces the volleyball around the marker poles. In the event of a dribbling error, the participant threads the ball back into the slalom where the error occurred. The volleyball is placed on the floor between the last marker stick of slalom 1 and the first marker stick of slalom 2.

Slalom 2: The participant guides the volleyball around the marker sticks with their foot. In the event of a dribbling error, the participant threads the slalom back to where the error occurred. Before the last pole (between the 7th and 8th pole), the ball is picked up by hand and placed back in the ball trolley (container) of the passer.

Forward roll: The participant performs a forward roll on the small soft mat.

Skipping/crawling under: The participant crawls under the first and third centre sections of the vaulting box. The second centre section and the top section of the vaulting box are jumped over.

Running backwards: The participant circles around the painting stick once. The participant then runs backwards to the next position.

Roll backwards: The participant performs a roll backwards on the small soft mat.

Support on the parallel bars: The participant supports or swings from one side of the parallel bars to the other. The floor of the parallel bars between the entry and exit must not be touched. If the participant touches the floor between the two power tubes/ropes that define the entry and exit, the element must be repeated. If a participant is unable to support/swing from one side of the bar to the other several times (3 attempts), a "penalty position" must be completed. This involves performing a tricep press on the long bench 4 times - heel stand, legs stretched, upper body supported on the long bench (arms behind the back), hands pointing towards the body, arms bent and stretched (upper body raised and lowered). The triceps exercise can be performed directly on each subsequent round. This alternative is an exceptional variant and is only used if the participant is obviously unable to pass the element (no option/choice of participant - determined by the test leader).

Attempts:

One.

Measurement:

Time: The participant has 12 minutes to collect as many points as possible.
Points: Each completed item scores one point (1 round = 10 points).

Control:

The test leader explains all the execution rules to the participants beforehand and demonstrates the items if necessary (however, all participants should be familiar with the test from training). During the KKT, the test leader remains at the start. The test leader sends the participants onto the course in stages and starts the stopwatch from the first participant. It is important to ensure that there are never more than a maximum of 10 participants on the course. To do this, the test leader can either form groups of max. 10 participants or send the next participant onto the course from the twelfth minute as soon as the first participant has finished the test. The test leader makes a note of the start number and start time for each participant. Start intervals of 10, 20 or 30 seconds make sense. During the KKT, the test leader keeps track of whether the participants are passing through the controls correctly. As soon as the 12 minutes have elapsed for a participant (note the start intervals), the test leader stops them and records where they are, as each completed control adds up to one point. If the start intervals are very short, the participants can wait next to the control point at the end of the KKT without hindering the other participants until all participants have completed the test. The test leader therefore has more time to stop the participants according to the start intervals and can award the points for the last round at the end. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation forms and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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21 stakes, 5 long benches, 2 parallel bars, 10 small soft mats, 2 power hoses/ropes, additional ropes to secure the long benches at control 1, 2 Swedish boxes, 1 measuring tape, 1-2 stopwatches, KKT control sheet including writing materials, possibly a device for electronic data collection.

The coordination test corresponds to the Vienna coordination course (with the exception of the figure-of-eight run and scoring table) and is used to test coordination skills. This test checks whether the participants can move within the specifications under time pressure.

Execution regulations

Facility:

The KT must always be carried out indoors and cannot be moved outside. In the KT, all posts are precisely prescribed and are located in a clearly defined place. A volleyball court should be marked out in the hall, as the controls are distributed from this court according to certain measurement specifications. The controls are located within the volleyball court. Securing the bar to minimise the risk of injury is the responsibility of the test leader and has the highest priority.

Post description:

1. Backward roll-forward roll: A small soft mat is placed in the corner of the volleyball court for the backward roll. For the forward roll, a mat is placed next to the first one.

2. 360° turn: The turn is performed on another small soft mat. The mat is attached to the mat track, which is ready for the rolls.

3. Balancing: The narrow side of the long bench faces upwards. A line is marked with adhesive tape 0.5 m in front of the end of the narrow side of the long bench.

4. Figure-eight run: A rope is stretched between two painting sticks (distance 1.5 m) at a height of 0.5 m.

5. Slalom: Five clubs are used for the slalom. A medicine ball (2 kg, Ø 28 cm) is placed in a tyre.

6. Cross jump: A rectangle 40 cm wide and 1 m long is stuck to the floor with adhesive tape. Lines on the rectangle at 25 cm intervals serve as orientation (see sketch).

7. Cross jump: A square (side 0.4 m) is stuck to the floor with adhesive tape, which serves as orientation for the jumps.

8. Low jump: The bar height from the floor is 1.20 m for the front bars and 1.70 m for the rear bars. The greatest possible distance is set between the bars. Two small soft mats are placed behind the parallel bars to cushion the competitor's low jump (fix the mats with adhesive tape, long side in the direction of movement). There is no small soft mat on the floor of the parallel bars (risk of tripping).

Execution:

Roll backwards-Roll forwards: The roll backwards and forwards is performed on a small soft mat.

360° turn: Jump or step over with a 360° turn around the longitudinal axis of the body (valid from 270 degrees).

Balancing: The participant balances over the narrow side of the long bench up to the mark.

Run of eight: The two painting sticks are run round in the shape of a figure eight. The aim is to run/crawl under the rope on the first loop and jump over it on the second. If the rope is touched, the entire exercise must be repeated.

Slalom: The medicine ball (2 kg, Ø 28 cm) provided in the (gymnastics) tyre is passed through the clubs in a slalom with the hands or feet. The medicine ball is then placed back into the tyre. If a club is tipped over, the participant must stand it up again before the slalom can be continued.

Cross jump: The participant jumps over the centre field 8 times with the outer leg, i.e. crosswise. Finally, a jump is made to the end of the field, landing on both legs. If a mistake is made, the jump combination must be restarted from the beginning.

Square jump: The participant jumps over the square a total of 5 times on one leg. The jumping sequence is: forwards, backwards, right, left (or left, right) and forwards again. In the event of a mistake, the jump combination must be restarted from the beginning.

Lower jump: The participant jumps over/climbs over/climbs the second bar, whereby the first bar must be passed underneath (climbing underneath) in order to reach the floor of the bar between the two bars first. The most common variant for jumping over the bar is for the participant to hold on to one bar with each hand and jump off the floor of the bar, with the arms acting as a support, in order to get onto the lower bar with one leg. The supported leg is then used to push off from the bars, allowing the participant to cross the upper bar with the support of the free-swinging leg. However, there are also other ways to move the body over the upper bar (see overcoming the bar obstacle on the obstacle course in the field).

Target: The landing after the low jump corresponds to the target.

Attempts:

Two, the better attempt is scored.

Measurement:

The running time is measured to the nearest second (round the result mathematically).
The measurement starts with the (start) command of the test leader and ends with the landing after the lower jump (acoustic and/or visual perception).

Control:

The test leader explains all the execution regulations to the participants in advance and shows the controls if necessary (however, all participants should be familiar with the test). During the KT, the test leader accompanies the participant and checks the execution of the exercise. If a mistake is made, the test leader instructs the participant to repeat the entire exercise (except for the slalom, where the participant sets up the club again himself and continues the exercise). If a second test leader is available, the next participant can only be sent onto the course as soon as the participant in front has passed the slalom. There are never more than two competitors on the course. When landing from the low jump, the test leader stops the time. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation forms and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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2 stakes, 1 long bench, 1 parallel bar, 5 small soft mats, 1 rope/tape, 1 (gymnastics) tyre, 1 medicine ball (2 kg, Ø 28 cm), 5 clubs, adhesive tape, 1 measuring tape, 1-2 stopwatches, evaluation form including writing materials or device for electronic data collection.

The strength endurance test (KAT) is used to test the conditional substance.

Execution regulations

Appendix:

The KAT must always be carried out indoors and cannot be moved outside. At the KAT, all posts are precisely prescribed and are located at a clearly defined location. A volleyball court should be marked out in the hall, as the controls are distributed from this court according to certain measurement specifications. The control posts are located within the volleyball court.

Post description:

1. Run: 4 painting sticks are required for the circuit.

2. Row: The poles are set at two different heights. Low spars 1.20 m and high spars 1.30 m. The distance between the bars is 60 cm.

3. Bench seats: The wide side of the bench faces upwards.

4. Push-up: A halved foam ball defines how low the upper body must be lowered (height 15 cm).

5. Torso bend: The wide side of the bench faces upwards. Optionally, fitness mats can be provided for the participants.

Execution:

Run: The run takes place around the entire volleyball court. Start in the corner behind the painting stick of the assigned partial volleyball court (1/3) by the parallel bars.

Row pull: The participant holds on to the bars in a heel position and in a strong back position (legs under the bars). The backs of the hands point towards the face (overhand grip). The upper body is raised and lowered by bending and stretching the arms (without losing the full body extension). The chest must touch the bars 12 times. Participants taller than 1.80 m choose the higher bar.

Bench sit: The participant sits on the long bench (one leg on each side). By jumping off with both legs, the participant reaches a standing position on the long bench. The participant jumps back to the starting position. The standing position on the bench must be reached 12 times (buttocks always touch the bench between jumps).

Push-up: The participant assumes the push-up position. The upper body is raised and lowered by bending and stretching the arms. The chest must touch the foam ball 12 times. Female participants assume the push-up position with their knees supported on the floor and feet held high.

Torso bend: The participant lies on their back. The legs are bent with the calves resting on the bench (heel not on the edge of the bench to support the movement). The participant must raise their upper body 12 times so that both hands touch the bench surface completely (wrist overhanging the front edge of the bench).

Female participants and male participants aged 41 and over must complete the strengthening exercises 10 times (instead of 12). Female participants aged 41 and over repeat the individual exercises 8 times (instead of 10).

The participant always has 2 minutes to complete the five exercises (= 1 round). The faster the exercises are completed, the more time is available for recovery (it is not possible to "run ahead"). The test leader gives the participant the start signal for the next round (every 2 minutes). The participant tries to complete as many rounds as possible.

A participant must stop the test if the required number of repetitions (12/10/8) is no longer achieved in an exercise; it takes more than 2 minutes to complete a round.

Attempts:

One.

Measurement:

Time: The participant has 2 minutes to complete a round.
Points: Each completed lap scores one point. The aim is to score as many points as possible. Half a point is awarded if the second strengthening exercise (bench sitting) is completed in full.

The participant counts the number of repetitions of the strengthening exercises independently. If more than one participant needs to be checked, the test leader will carry out spot checks. If a participant does not complete the correct number of repetitions, the test leader ends the test. If the test leader only checks one participant, he/she can count the number of repetitions out loud.

Control:

The test leader explains all the execution regulations to the participants in advance and demonstrates the exercises if necessary (however, all participants should be familiar with the test). During the strengthening exercises, the test leader stays with the participants and carries out spot checks on the number of repetitions of the individual exercises (ideally, one test leader checks one participant). The test leader sends the participants to a new round every 2 minutes. A test leader can control a maximum of 3 participants (a maximum of 9 participants per volley-ball field with 3 test leaders). As soon as a participant no longer achieves the required exercises within the 2 minutes, the test leader notes the completed rounds. Completed rounds result in half a point if the second strengthening exercise (bench sitting) is completed. The result is recorded directly electronically or transferred later from an evaluation sheet to an electronic device.

Evaluation:

Evaluation forms and electronic evaluation programmes are available for all sports tests:
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For 3 participants and 1 test leader (9 participants and 3 test leaders):
1 (3) stopwatch(es), 4 (8) stakes, 1 (3) parallel bars, 2 (6) long benches, 3 (9) halved foam balls, 3 (9) fitness mats