Portable Sprint Timing for Indoor and Outdoor Sessions

A portable sprint timing system should be easy to carry, set up in your actual testing space and reproduce at the next session. Check lane length, surface, run-out, device compatibility and the sensor’s stated operating conditions.

Measure your space before choosing a test

In a sports hall, measure the available straight lane before committing to a 20 m test. You need room behind the first detection point and enough clear distance after the finish for athletes to slow down. If the room is short, choose a shorter test and keep those results separate from your 20 m baseline.

Outdoors, choose a stable surface and check footing before placing sensors. Mark your detection points and keep other athletes outside the lane. Note wind and surface changes so you can recognise sessions that are harder to compare.

Pack for the next session

• Bring the timing sensors, charging equipment and the phone or display that you tested with the system.

• Pack a tape measure and flat markers for the start offset, finish and any split points.

• Keep a backup results sheet or a local recording plan if the venue has limited connectivity.

• Bring the written setup from your last session so a second coach can reproduce it.

Before using a system outdoors, check the manufacturer’s temperature and environmental limits. Try it on your intended surface rather than assuming that portability guarantees suitability in every condition. MotionTrials technical specifications

Do one test pass before the group starts

Arm the system and run through the lane. Confirm the first and last readings appear in the right order, then check the results on your device. If you usually test indoors and move outdoors for a session, label the surface and venue on every record. The next retest will be easier to interpret.

Use our 20 m sprint setup as a starting layout.

Request a MotionTrials demo if you want to test the setup with your athletes.

Sources

• MotionTrials equipment specifications

• MotionTrials phone and tablet compatibility

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