What is SpikeScience?

SpikeScience is an AI volleyball training platform that uses computer vision biomechanics to build a personalized volleyball program from your phone video. You upload a 10-30 second clip, receive a biomechanics analysis with PRISM score across 7 performance dimensions, injury risk screening, and a position-specific training program with a full monthly workout calendar. It is built for individual players — no team, coach, or club membership required.

How does AI volleyball video analysis work?

SpikeScience uses computer-vision pose estimation to map joint angles, kinematic sequence, jump height, arm swing mechanics, and landing quality from your phone video. The AI compares your movement patterns to elite position-specific benchmarks and generates a PRISM score across 7 biomechanical dimensions: power, rotational mechanics, approach timing, jump mechanics, arm swing efficiency, landing quality, and movement symmetry. Most analyses complete within 2-5 minutes of upload.

What is the PRISM score in volleyball?

PRISM is SpikeScience's proprietary biomechanical scoring system that measures 7 volleyball performance dimensions: Power, Reactive strength, Impact forces, Symmetry, Mechanics, Mobility, and Consistency. Each dimension is scored 0-100 against position-specific elite benchmarks. The PRISM score identifies exactly which biomechanical areas are holding you back and drives the personalized training program.

How much does SpikeScience cost?

SpikeScience Pro costs $19.99/month after a 30-day free trial with full access to all features. The subscription includes unlimited AI biomechanics video analyses, personalized training programs, a full monthly workout calendar, 500+ exercise library, PRISM score tracking, injury risk screening for ACL prevention, progress tracking, and a recruiting profile builder. There are no per-analysis fees, no team licenses, and no setup fees. You can cancel anytime. Payments are processed securely by Stripe.

Can I use SpikeScience without a team or coach?

Yes. SpikeScience is specifically designed for individual volleyball players who train independently, change teams frequently, or want supplemental AI volleyball instruction outside of team practice. You upload your own video, receive your own biomechanics report, and follow your own personalized program. Your training history and progress tracking follow you across team changes — not your team or club.

What volleyball positions does SpikeScience support?

SpikeScience supports all six volleyball positions: outside hitter, middle blocker, setter, libero, opposite hitter, and defensive specialist. Each position has dedicated biomechanical benchmarks, drill libraries, strength exercises, and movement analysis tailored to the specific demands of that role on the court.

Does SpikeScience help with college volleyball recruiting?

Yes. SpikeScience includes a recruiting profile builder with verified performance metrics, biomechanics reports, and PRISM score data that athletes can share directly with college coaches. A 2024 survey of 68 Division I coaches found that approach jump height is the #1 metric in prospect evaluation, and SpikeScience provides objective, documented measurements with timestamps that improve program inquiry rates for qualified athletes.

How does SpikeScience screen for volleyball injury risk?

SpikeScience screens your video for four high-risk landing patterns: knee valgus (inward knee collapse), stiff-knee landing (less than 30 degrees knee flexion), lateral trunk lean, and asymmetric bilateral contact. These patterns are associated with ACL injury risk, which is 6-8x higher in female volleyball players. The platform then prescribes neuromuscular training exercises — research shows such programs reduce ACL injury rates by 50-75% in high-risk populations.

What is volleyball nutrition?

Volleyball nutrition is the science of fueling your body for the specific energy demands of volleyball — primarily anaerobic power for jumps and sprints, with aerobic recovery between rallies. SpikeScience provides nutrition guidance driven by your actual training load and biomechanics analysis, so your fueling matches your specific demands.

How does SpikeScience personalize my volleyball nutrition?

When you upload your video, the AI analyzes your movement intensity, work-rest patterns, and training demands. Your nutrition recommendations are then tailored to your specific training load, position demands, and performance goals. No generic meal plans — your nutrition is built from your data.

What should volleyball players eat before a game?

Pre-game nutrition should focus on easily digestible carbohydrates for energy, consumed 2-3 hours before competition. SpikeScience provides specific pre-game nutrition recommendations based on your position, match timing, and training load. You also get in-game and post-game fueling strategies for tournaments.

How much protein do volleyball players need?

Volleyball players need 1.6-2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, depending on training intensity. SpikeScience provides specific protein intake recommendations based on your training load, with timing strategies to maximize muscle protein synthesis and recovery.

Does hydration affect volleyball performance?

Yes. Research shows that dehydration of just 2% body weight can reduce vertical jump height by up to 20% and significantly impair reaction time and decision-making. SpikeScience provides hydration recommendations based on your training intensity, environment, and match schedule.

How much does volleyball nutrition guidance cost?

SpikeScience costs $19.99/month after a 30-day free trial with full access to AI biomechanics analysis, personalized nutrition guidance, training programs, exercise videos, and progress tracking. A sports nutritionist costs $100-300 per session. SpikeScience gives you personalized nutrition for a fraction of the cost.

Volleyball Nutrition

Volleyball Nutrition,
Driven by Your Training

Generic meal plans do not match your training. SpikeScience analyzes your movement and training load to provide nutrition recommendations that fuel your jumps, power your hits, and speed your recovery.

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How It Works

Step 1

Upload Your Video

Record a 10-30 second clip of your approach, serve, pass, or set with your phone and upload it to SpikeScience.

Step 2

AI Analyzes Your Training Load

The AI analyzes your movement intensity, work-rest patterns, and training demands to understand your specific nutrition needs.

Step 3

Personalized Nutrition Guidance

Your analysis drives nutrition recommendations for energy, recovery, and performance — tailored to your training load and position demands.

Step 4

Follow Your Nutrition Calendar

Your daily calendar includes nutrition guidance alongside your training schedule. Eat what your training demands.

6 Areas Your Nutrition Covers

Energy for Training

Carbohydrate timing and intake recommendations based on your training load. Fuel your jumps, hits, and defensive movements with the right energy at the right time.

Recovery Nutrition

Post-workout protein and carbohydrate recommendations to maximize recovery between training sessions and tournaments. Reduce muscle soreness and speed adaptation.

Performance Fueling

Pre-game, in-game, and post-game nutrition strategies for match day and multi-match tournaments. Maintain energy and focus through the fifth set.

Position-Specific Needs

Hitters need different fueling than liberos. Middle blockers have different energy demands than setters. Your nutrition is tailored to your position.

Hydration Strategy

Hydration recommendations based on your training intensity and environment. Dehydration reduces vertical jump height by up to 20% — your program prevents it.

Female Athlete Nutrition

Iron deficiency affects up to 35% of female volleyball players. Your nutrition plan addresses the specific needs of female athletes, including iron, calcium, and energy availability.

SpikeScience vs Generic Nutrition Plans

Feature	SpikeScience	Generic Plans
Nutrition driven by your training load	✓	✗
Position-specific nutrition	✓	Generic plans
Integrated with training program	✓	Standalone
Match-day fueling strategy	✓	Varies
Female athlete nutrition	✓	✗
Hydration guidance	✓	Varies
Works without a team	✓	Team-based
Price	$19.99/mo	Varies

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