Predicting Maximal Military Occupational Task Performance from Physical Fitness Tests Using Machine Learning
McCarthy, A., Wills, J.A., Fuller, J.T., Cassidy, S., Nindl, B.C., & Doyle, T.L.A.
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2025
SVR predicted lift-to-place max weight to within ±1.77 kg (NRMSE = 4.44%) using 4 physical tests. IMTP peak force, loaded CMJ height, and body composition were the strongest predictors.
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Strength, Jump Height, Landing, and Mobility Metrics Predict High and Low Performers of a Fire and Move Assessment
McCarthy, A., Fuller, J.T., Wills, J.A., Cassidy, S., Lovalekar, M., Nindl, B.C., & Doyle, T.L.A.
Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 2025
Total body strength and jump height (Factor 1) was six times more influential than any other factor. Logistic regression achieved 100% classification accuracy. Cohen's d = 2.15.
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