Broad Jump Standards
How does your broad jump stack up? These are the pass / good / excellent / elite tiers (higher is better), by sex.
| Tier | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pass | 200 cm | 160 cm |
| Good | 230 cm | 185 cm |
| Excellent | 260 cm | 210 cm |
| Elite | 285 cm | 220 cm |
Tiers map to roughly the 50th / 70th / 85th / top 5% of trained athletes.
Counts toward: Gym-Goer · Hybrid Athlete · CrossFit · HYROX · Powerlifter · Bodybuilder
How to improve your Broad Jump
- Train explosively — jumps, throws and fast eccentrics raise rate of force development.
- A stronger squat and hinge lift the ceiling for power output.
- Quality over fatigue: full recovery between explosive efforts.
FAQ
What is a good Broad Jump?
A "Good" Broad Jump sits around the 70th percentile of trained athletes — see the table above for the exact figure for your sex. "Excellent" is roughly the top 15%, and "Elite" is the top 5%.
How is the Broad Jump scored?
Your result is placed on a 0–100 curve anchored at the pass / good / excellent / elite tiers, adjusted for sex. A higher number scores higher.
How can I improve my Broad Jump?
Train explosively — jumps, throws and fast eccentrics raise rate of force development. A stronger squat and hinge lift the ceiling for power output. Quality over fatigue: full recovery between explosive efforts.
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