Standing+stork+test

=Standing Stork Test:= This test is used to examine and improve on an individual's balance.
 * For about ten minutes the athlete does a small warm up.
 * The athlete stands on both feet with their hands on their hip.


 * The athlete lifts the right leg and places the sole of the right foot against the side of the left kneecap
 * The assistant gives the command “GO”, starts the stopwatch and the athlete raises the heel of the left foot to stand on their toes
 * The stop watch is paused when the position is removed.
 * The assistant records the time.
 * The test is repeated 3xs.

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Target Group
This test is suitable for active individuals but not for those where the test would be contraindicated.

Reliability
Test reliability refers to the degree to which a test is consistent and stable in measuring what it is intended to measure. Reliability will depend upon how strict the test is conducted and the individual's level of motivation to perform the test. The following link provides a variety of factors that may influence the results and therefore the test reliability.

Validity
Test validity refers to the degree to which the test actually measures what it claims to measure and the extent to which inferences, conclusions, and decisions made on the basis of test scores are appropriate and meaningful. This test provides a means to monitor the effect of training on the athlete's physical development.

Advantages

 * No equipment required
 * Simple to set up and conduct
 * Can be conducted almost anywhere

Disadvantages

 * Assistant required to administer the test

Normative data for the Stork Test
The following are national norms for 16 to 19 year olds (Johnson & Nelson 1979).
 * Gender || Excellent || Above Average || Average || Below Average || Poor ||
 * Male || >50 secs || 50 - 41 secs || 40 - 31 secs || 30 - 20 secs || <20 secs ||
 * Female || >30 secs || 30 - 23 secs || 22 - 16 secs || 15 - 10 secs || <10 secs ||