Body Composition and Physical Performance

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Informação do Produto

ISBN9780309045865
AutoresCommittee on Military Nutrition Research, Institute of Medicine
EditoraNational Academies Press
FormatoCapa mole
Número de páginas372
Peso (kg)0,550
Data de Publicação01/01/1992
Preço (iva excl.)€ 232,92
Imposto€ 13,98
Preço (iva inc.)€ 246,90
Disponibilidade1 unidade em armazém externo

Descrição do Produto

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.