Pole Vault Takeoff Speed to Bar Height Calculator

Estimate pole vault bar height from approach run speed. Theoretical maximum: bar height = v^2 / (2g) + CoM height above bar. Elite male vaulters: 9.5-10.2 m/s approach speed.

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How It Works

Estimate pole vault bar height from approach run speed. Theoretical maximum: bar height = v^2 / (2g) + CoM height above bar. Elite male vaulters: 9.5-10.2 m/s approach speed

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Approach run speed — The approach run speed recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the pole vault height result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the approach run speed for the scenario you are assessing. Estimate pole vault bar height from approach run speed. Theoretical maximum: bar height = v^2 / (2g) + CoM height above bar. Elite male vaulters: 9.5-10.2 m/s approach speed. Use the pole vault height result to inform your calculation.

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