Body Composition Basics
Body Composition is...
What is: The proportion of fat mass and lean mass in the body.
What does BMI stand for?
What is: Body Mass Index.
True or False: BMI can tell the difference between muscle and fat.
What is: False.
Why is it important to have a healthy body composition?
What is: It helps lower risk of disease, improves fitness, and supports overall health.
What is the skinfold test used for?
What is: To estimate body fat.
How can improving body composition benefit athletic performance?
What is: Increases strength, endurance, speed, and reduces injury risk.
What two main parts make up body composition?
What is: Fat mass and lean body mass
Name two advanced methods used to measure body composition.
What is: DEXA, BIA, Hydrostatic Weighing, BodPod.
What is one limitation of the skinfold test?
What is: Accuracy depends on the skill of the person taking the measurement.