Kinanthropometry IX: Proceedings of the 9th International Conference of the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry

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Michael Marfell-Jones, Arthur Stewart, Tim Olds
Routledge, Aug 21, 2006 - Health & Fitness - 168 pages

This is an edited collection of peer-reviewed papers presented at the Ninth International Conference of the Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry. Defined as the relationship between human body structure and function, kinanthropometry is an area of growing interest, and these proceedings will be of use to students, academics and professionals in the areas of ergonomics, sports science, nutrition, health, and other allied fields. The assembled works represent the latest research findings across kinanthropometry, moving the discipline forward and promoting good practice and the exchange of expertise.

 

Contents

1 The use of 3D wholebody scanners in anthropometry
1
2 Comparative morphology of strongmen and bodybuilders
14
Homogeneity in Elite Athlete Morphology
26
4 A kinanthropometric profile and morphological prediction functions of elite international male javelin throwers
36
Approaches and limitations using dual Xray absorptiometry and anthropometry
50
6 Monitoring exerciseinduced fluid losses by segmental bioelectrical impedance analysis
61
7 Anthropometric Measurements in Zambian Children
90
8 Pubertal Maturation Hormonal Levels and Body Composition in Elite Gymnasts
103
9 Body Composition Before and After Six Weeks Preseason Training in Professional Football Players
116
10 Body image and body composition differences in Japanese and Australian males
124
11 The observed and perceived body image of female Comrades Marathon athletes
139
Index
149
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