摘要：The objective of this study was to
examine the predictive value of the Triple Hop for Distance (THD) physical performance test to assess lower
extremity (LE) strength and power in individuals donning firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE). Thirtyone
healthy participants completed the THD in firefighter PPE on both the dominant and non-dominant limb.
Dependent variables included LE power (vertical jump height [cm]) on a jump mat, and LE strength of the
quadriceps and hamstrings (peak torque [Nm]) on an isokinetic dynamometer. THD was a strong predictor of LE
power on the dominant (p<0.01) and non-dominant (p<0.01) limbs. THD was also a moderate predictor of LE
strength on both the dominant limb (Ham60 [p<0.01]), Quad60 [p<0.01]), and the non-dominant limb (Ham60
[p<0.01]), (Quad60 [p<0.01]). The THD was found to be a strong and valid predictor for clinical measures of LE
power and strength in firefighter PPE.
关键词：Tactical Athlete; Health and Safety; Athletic Training; Healthcare; Outcome Measures
