1. What is Standing Reach?

Standing reach is the maximum vertical height a person can reach with their hand while standing flat-footed. It is calculated by adding a person's height to their arm length.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standing reach formula:

Where:

• \( Height \) — Person's height in inches
• \( Arm Length \) — Length of arm from shoulder to fingertips in inches

Explanation: This simple addition gives the maximum vertical reach when standing upright with arm fully extended overhead.

3. Importance of Standing Reach Measurement

Details: Standing reach is particularly important in sports like basketball and volleyball for evaluating athletic potential, determining blocking and spiking capabilities, and assessing vertical jump performance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter height and arm length in inches. Both values must be positive numbers. For accurate results, measure height without shoes and arm length with arm fully extended.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I properly measure arm length?
A: Stand against a wall with arm extended straight upward. Measure from the shoulder joint to the tip of the middle finger while keeping the arm parallel to the body.

Q2: Does standing reach vary between sports?
A: The measurement is consistent, but its importance and application differ across sports that require vertical reach capabilities.

Q3: Can standing reach be improved?
A: While bone structure is fixed, improving flexibility and posture can slightly increase effective standing reach.

Q4: How does standing reach relate to vertical jump?
A: Vertical jump height is typically measured as the difference between standing reach and maximum jumping reach.

Q5: Are there average standing reach values by height?
A: Generally, standing reach is approximately 1.3-1.4 times a person's height, but this varies based on individual proportions.