How should I interpret the Score vs. Variation Distribution on my dashboard?

Score vs. Variation Distribution shows an athlete’s average readiness score and how consistent their scores are over time. This graph is only displayed when filtering for “Readiness” tests on your dashboard.

Why is this important? Variance in Readiness scores indicates fluctuations in an athlete’s mental state. Visualizing when scores rise and fall allows users to identify what factors contribute to their optimal and sub-optimal mental performance. Coaches should help athletes limit exterior factors to achieve consistency, so they are ready to perform every time they take the field.

How can I use this?

1. Use the Notes Field to Record Things You did to Physically/Mentally Prepare: The notes field allows users to record what they did to physically and mentally prepare before reaction time testing, such as caffeine intake, hydration, meditation, or physical activity (e.g. running, high/low intensity workouts). They then can review their notes to understand the causes behind both good and bad mental days and use this information to develop better habits and lifestyle routines, leading to more consistent reaction times.
2. Compare Your Recent Score and Consistency to Your long-term Scores: Viewing reaction times over the past 1-7 days compared to the last 30-90 days provides insights into larger trends. This can reveal how certain lifestyle habits, health, and preparation affect your performance. If testing performance declines or is inconsistent (top right corner of the distribution), it might mean you’re developing bad habits, like poor sleep, nutrition, or hydration.