Exploring the Correlation Between Hamstring Strength and Vertical Jump Performance Among Firefighters

Abstract

Firefighting is a physically demanding occupation requiring high levels of

muscular strength and power to perform tasks such as victim rescue, stair climbing,

hose dragging, and equipment handling under unpredictable and hazardous

conditions. This study aimed to examine the relationship between hamstring muscle

strength and countermovement jump performance in firefighters. This study

employed a quantitative cross-sectional design. Participants were active-duty

firefighters who met the inclusion criteria. Total the participants are 43 with male

gender, the body weight of 73,83 10,38 kg, height of 172,44 4,68 cm, Body Mass

Index (BMI) was 24,79 3,13 kg/m . The results showed a significant relationship

between hamstring muscle strength and countermovement jump power. The

correlation between L Max Force and jump power was statistically significant (p =

0,002), as was the relationship between R Max Force and jump power (p = 0,001),

both below the significance threshold of <0,05. These findings indicate that greater

hamstring muscle strength is associated with higher CMJ power output. In

conclusion hamstring muscle strength is significantly related to lower-limb

explosive performance in firefighters.

Keywords: Hamstring muscle strength, jump power, physical fitness, firefighters