VALD Ecosystem Delivers On Promise Of Athletic Performance Testing, Tracking

Biometric data is an invaluable resource for any strength and conditioning coach looking to get the most out of their athletes. Objective information allows coaches to draw critical insights into how athletes actually perform and where they can improve. One company taking data collection and visualization to the next level is VALD Performance.

VALD’s first product was the NordBord,™ a Hamstring Testing System that allows coaches to reliably track the strength of their athletes’ hamstrings and detect imbalances. The NordBord uses advanced sensors to record the force being exerted by each hamstring and provides immediate feedback through the PC or iOS device it is connected to. The NordBord app makes it easy to visualize the data collected and compare results over time. Studies have shown that hamstring imbalances are associated with an increased risk for injury. The NordBord allows coaches to identify hamstring imbalances early so that they can keep their athletes in competing condition.

ForceDecks™ is another essential tool offered by VALD that uses two force plates to analyze neuromuscular strength and check for imbalances. Force platforms are usually kept within university laboratories, but ForceDecks brings force platform technology to the world of athletics in a practical and affordable way. ForceDecks is an incredibly versatile tool that can measure the force of jumps, lands, squats, pushes, pulls and more. The ForceDecks app automatically analyzes the raw data gathered by each force platform and generates easy to interpret results, so that coaches can efficiently develop solutions for their athletes.

VALD also offers their ForceFrame™ strength testing system, which is an extremely portable tool that can be used to test strength, imbalance, and conduct isometric training for over 130 different exercises. Its modular frame design allows for testing isometric strength in more than 35 different positions and it can be easily adjusted for upper-or lower-body testing. The ForceFrame also comes with its own software to make data collection quick and easy. It even offers coaches the tools to create their own personalized exercise programs, so that athletes can follow step-by-step video guides on how to complete their training.

VALD’s TeleHab™ is another option for coaches who want to remotely manage their strength programs. TeleHab provides coaches with a wide selection of high-quality strength and conditioning exercises to build program templates that they can share with their athletes. The app also includes an option for athletes to record themselves during their workout so that coaches can provide feedback specific to the athlete. TeleHab is a simple to use, but strong tool that allows coaches to conduct their own training programs from anywhere in the world.

One of VALD’s newest products is the DynaMo™, which gives coaches the opportunity to conduct over 200 strength and range of motion tests from the palm of their hand. The DynaMo is a small but powerful device that functions as a dynamometer and inclinometer. It supports several different attachments so that coaches have the freedom to execute a variety of strength and movement assessments. The DynaMo displays results in real-time from its built-in screen and on the DynaMo mobile app. The DynaMo is a cutting-edge product and a convenient tool to have in any strength program.

Another innovative product offered by VALD is the HumanTrak,™ a human tracking system that takes the guesswork out of assessing athletic movement. HumanTrak uses a 3D motion tracking system to generate a dynamic3D model of an athlete’s body in real-time. The software assesses range of motion, limb imbalance, and provides insight into an athlete’s technique. HumanTrak allows coaches to accurately analyze their players’ behavior and objectively determine where an athlete needs to improve.

For coaches who want to optimize their athlete’s gains, VALD offers AirBands™ wireless blood flow restriction cuffs. The AirBands reduce blood flow to certain areas of the body, lowering the time and intensity required to build muscle. AirBands are completely wireless and use a medical-grade air bladder that inflates automatically to the user’s optimum occlusion zone. This product is a must-have for coaches looking to maximize athletic performance, while minimizing the effort required to succeed.

VALD’s SmartSpeed™ timing gate system is for coaches who want the most accurate and reliable laser timing gates on the market. SmartSpeed is a single beam system that uses Error Correction Processing to ensure the most accurate results. The SmartSpeed app provides intuitive data analysis and includes support for timing multiple athletes at once. Coaches can run grids, cuts, serpentine and other custom sport specific drills with the SmartSpeed Pro™. SmartSpeed should be the top choice for coaches looking to simplify and speed up their training program.

VALD’s SmartJump™ portable jump mat makes it easy to measure vertical jump power, requiring no calibration to set up. The SmartJump app supports multiple jump testing options and allows for multiple jump stations to be run at once. The SmartJump is an effortless solution for enhancing plyometric training.

VALD develops easy-to-use solutions for accurately measuring and viewing an athlete’s performance. Utilizing technologies such as bluetooth, 3D imaging, and advanced sensors, VALD gives coaches the full picture of how their athletes operate. VALD products provide coaches with unparalleled knowledge, so that they can quickly make informed decisions about how to better their athletes.