Use Metric in your research study
We're an open door for academic research. If you're running a strength and conditioning, jump testing, sprint and agility, sports science, or computer-vision study and want to use Metric for data collection, we'll set you up with what you need.
What we provide researchers
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Free study-period access
Pro or Coach access for every device in the study, for the full data-collection window. No subscription friction for participants, coaches, or research assistants.
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Raw data export
Per-rep CSV export of mean velocity, peak velocity, range of motion, and eccentric and concentric tempo. Direct from the device, no scraping.
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Engineering & methodology consult
A call with the team building the app. We'll walk through how the computer-vision pipeline works, what the calibration assumptions are, and where the algorithm's edge cases sit, so your methods section is accurate.
Research we support
Not exhaustive. Get in touch if your study isn't on the list and we'll figure out whether Metric is the right tool.
- ▸ Velocity-based training protocols
- ▸ Athlete monitoring and readiness
- ▸ Strength and conditioning methodology
- ▸ Computer vision in sport science
- ▸ Bar speed measurement validation
- ▸ Jump testing and reactive strength
- ▸ Sprint, acceleration, and change of direction
- ▸ Educational use in S&C coursework
Published validation studies
If you're evaluating whether Metric's accuracy meets your study's needs, the validation page summarises every external validation, the gold-standard reference used, and links out to the full papers and PDFs.
See the validation summary ↗Contact the Metric research team
Tell us about the study: institution, principal investigator, exercises, sample size, timeline, and what you'd like Metric to do. We'll come back with a setup plan and a call if it's the right fit.
General enquiries & support
Using the app and need a hand, or have a question that isn't about research? The fastest way to reach us, and other lifters and coaches, is the Metric Discord. For anything else, email the community team.