Body Composition and Physical Performance: Applications for the Military Services - Softcover

Institute Of Medicine; Committee On Military Nutrition Research

 
9780309045865: Body Composition and Physical Performance: Applications for the Military Services
Softcover
ISBN 10: 030904586X ISBN 13: 9780309045865
Publisher: National Academies Press, 1992

Synopsis

This book surveys the entire field of body composition as it relates to performance. It includes a clear definition of terminology and a discussion of the various methods for measuring body composition.

The authored papers represent a state-of-the-art review of this controversial field and address questions such as: What is a better measure of body composition―body fat or lean body mass? Does being overweight for one's height really affect performance?

The book also addresses the issue of physical appearance as it relates to body fatness and performance. It includes an in-depth discussion of many of the topics of interest to those involved in sports medicine and exercise physiology.

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About the Author

Bernadette M. Marriott and Judith Grumstrup-Scott, Editors; Committee on Military Nutrition Research, Institute of Medicine

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Publisher
National Academies Press
Publication date
1992
Language
English
ISBN 10 
030904586X
ISBN 13 
9780309045865
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
372
Editor
Grumstrup-Scott Judith, Marriott Bernadette M.