Are you running YoYo (IR1/IR2) Tests this Preseason?
Use Skillmasters for FREE to facilitate the test with ease!
The YoYo Intermittent Recovery Test (YoYo IR1 and IR2) is a fitness test designed to measure an athlete’s ability to repeatedly perform high-intensity exercise with short recovery periods. It is widely used in sports like soccer to assess aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels. Skillmasters makes it easy to run, log, and track fitness tests like the YoYo IR1 and IR2—right from your ipad. All you need to do is connect a bluetooth speaker to the testing application so all participants can hear the beeps and instructions.
No More Paperwork: Log results directly in the app—no spreadsheets, no manual entry.
Efficient Group Management: Handle large teams with fewer coaches and stay organized.
Track Results Over Time: Monitor progress and see trends to guide player development.
Actionable Insights: Easily create Individual Plans based on results.
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What is the YoYo Test?
YoYo IR1: Intermittent Recovery Test Level 1
Purpose: Measures an athlete’s ability to repeatedly perform high-intensity running, simulating game conditions that involve moderate recovery demands.
Test Protocol:
Athletes run back and forth between two markers placed 20 meters apart.
Speed increases progressively, dictated by audio beeps.
After each shuttle, athletes have a 10-second recovery period while walking or jogging 5 meters.
The test ends when the athlete cannot maintain the required pace for two consecutive shuttles.
Focus: Evaluates aerobic endurance and recovery capacity.
Common Use: Ideal for athletes at various levels, including youth and amateur players, as it reflects the physical demands of most team sports.
YoYo IR2: Intermittent Recovery Test Level 2
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Purpose: Measures an athlete’s capacity for repeated high-intensity efforts with shorter recoveries, requiring greater anaerobic energy contribution.
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Test Protocol:
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Similar to IR1, but the starting pace is higher and the speed increases more rapidly.
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Recovery periods remain 10 seconds.
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The test ends when the athlete cannot maintain the pace for two consecutive shuttles.
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Focus: Assesses anaerobic fitness and the ability to recover during short bursts of high-intensity activity.
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Common Use: Used for elite athletes and those in high-performance environments due to the increased intensity.
Benefits of the YoYo Intermittent Tests
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Sport-Specific Relevance: Simulates stop-start, high-intensity movements common in team sports.
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Performance Benchmarking: Provides data to compare players’ fitness levels within a team or against benchmarks.
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Development Tracking: Tracks improvements over time to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
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Actionable Insights: Helps coaches identify players’ fitness strengths and weaknesses for individualized training plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our testing process, reports, and how Skillmasters can help elevate player development.
Our testing process uses standardized assessments to measure over 30 key attributes like speed, agility, and ball control. Each test is designed to provide objective data, which we compile into detailed, easy-to-understand reports for players, parents, and coaches. Testing is completed at a club's facilities or at open events hosted by Skillmasters.
Our testing is open to players of all skill levels aged 9 and up. Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to elevate your game, Skillmasters delivers valuable insights to support your growth.
Your testing results are available through our online platform, where you’ll receive a comprehensive report outlining strengths, areas for improvement, and comparisons to local, national, and global benchmarks.
We provide coaches and clubs with detailed data and reports to enhance player development. From identifying skill gaps to tracking progress over time, Skillmasters equips you with actionable insights to optimize training and team performance.
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