How Well do Skinfold Equations Predict Percent Body Fat in Elite Soccer Players?

Reilly, Thomas; George, Keith; Marfell-Jones, Michael; Scott, Mark; Sutton, Laura; Wallace, Joanne

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“…For this reason, the use of prediction equations to calculate fat content could be questioned, but the literature shows that equations have an estimated standard error of 3-7% and body fat content calculations are very similar to those obtained using the most precise technology (Wang et al;Reilly et al, 2009). In addition DXA, MR and CT are very expensive and only available to a few research centres.…”

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Skinfold Sum: Reference Values for Top Athletes

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SUMMARY:Skinfold determinations from different body parts are occasionally used in prediction equations to calculate fatness. This is a critical parameter that conditions optimal sport performance. Reference values of skinfolds in top athletes do not exist. Therefore, the main objective of this study is to present skinfold reference values from a large population of athletes. Triceps, subscapu lar, suprailiac, abdominal, thigh and medial calf skinfolds were measured according to ISAK (International Society for Advancement of Kinanthropometry) norms in 2500 athletes. Six skinfold sums as well as partial sums from different body segments (upper, trunk and lower) were applied. Data show that the highest skinfold values were observed for thigh calf and abdominal, being the subscapular the lowest. Women presented higher skinfold values than men. Concerning partial sums, trunk and lower body segments presented the highest scores. Subjects practicing hockey, handball, indoor soccer, rowing, scuba diving and table tennis displayed the highest fat percents. In conclusion, fatty mass calculation in athletes should consider the six skinfold sum. In addition, body fat tends to be localized in the trunk and lower body segments in athletes and varies according to gender and sport discipline.

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“…Therefore, players are always attempting to reduce adiposity levels besides improving their fitness. Although there are no defined optimal values for specific sports, descriptive data for percent body fat is provided from numerous studies (Reilly et al, 2009). Morphological characteristics successfully discriminate soccer players by competitive level and field position.…”

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Relationship Between Morphological Characteristics and Match Performance in Junior Soccer Players

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SUMMARY:Soccer players are usually selected based on their anthropometry characteristics rather than their performances. Therefore, the purpose of this cross-sectional study was to examine the relationship between morphological and match performances among junior soccer players. Thirty seven junior soccer players were randomly selected using as stratification criteria age and playing role. Skinfolds (mm) were measured at six sites: triceps skinfold thickness, subscapular skinfold thickness, thigh skinfold thickness, calf skinfold thickness, supraspinal skinfold thickness and abdominal skinfold thickness. In addition, total distance covered during the match, as well as the distance traveled by walking, jogging, moderate and high intensity running and sprinting was determined. The total distance covered was associated with subscapular and abdominal skinfolds. In addition, the subscapular skinfolds were significantly related to high intensity running and sprinting. No other statistically significant correlations were found among other skinfold and performance parameters. The present study showed no significant relationships between morphological and match performances among junior soccer players. Our study supports the conclusions that beside the anthropometry advantage, psychological and soccer-specific skills should be also considered in the selection of soccer players.

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“…Valores semelhantes foram reportados por Reilly et al 16 em atletas profissionais ingleses, com 11,2 ± 1,8%.…”

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Conhecimento Nutricional E Estado Antropométrico De Atletas Universitários

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RESUMOIntrodução: O estudo do consumo alimentar fornece informações específicas sobre a ingestão de energia e nutrientes, podendo estar associado com o conhecimento sobre nutrição e alimentação. Nesse contexto, a entrada dos estudantes na universidade envolve uma tendência de transição nutricional e mudanças negativas no nível de atividade física, resultando em alterações importantes na sua composição corporal. Objetivo: Analisar a relação entre perfil antropométrico e o conhecimento nutricional de atletas universitários de futebol. Métodos: Participaram da pesquisa 37 universitários, jogadores de futebol, do sexo masculino, entre 18 e 28 anos, estudantes das áreas de Saúde e Biológica (SB), Tecnológica e Exatas (TE) e Humanas e Sociais (HS). Foram aferidas a massa corporal, estatura e dobras cutâneas (tricipital, subescapular, supra-ilíaca, abdominal e coxa medial). A fim de mensurar o conhecimento nutricional dos atletas, foi aplicado um questionário de conhecimento nutricional (QCN), traduzido, adaptado e validado para o Brasil. Para análise estatística foi utilizada correlação de Pearson e ANOVA one-way com post-hoc de Games-Howell. Resultados: Foi observada diferença na massa corporal, estatura e massa livre de gordura (MLG) entre os atletas. Na comparação entre as áreas, verificou-se que não houve diferença significativa entre os estudantes da área SB em relação aos demais. Também foi observado que não houve diferenças significativas para a parte I, parte II ou total de acertos. Ainda houve correlação positiva, forte e significativa da área HS com a MLG. Observando-se as demais variáveis na área TE, foi encontrada correlação negativa e moderada. No restante das variáveis, as correlações entre a pontuação obtida no QCN e as variáveis de composição corporal foram fracas. Conclusão: A amostra avaliada apresentou conhecimento nutricional moderado, verificando-se baixa associação deste com o perfil antropométrico. Os resultados também sugerem que o conhecimento nutricional, isoladamente, não é capaz de influenciar o comportamento alimentar.Palavras-chave: antropometria, avaliação nutricional, esportes, futebol. ABSTRACT Introduction: The study of food consumption provides specific information on energy and nutrient intake, which may be associated to knowledge about food and nutrition. In this context, the entrance of students in university involves a trend of nutritional transition and negative changes in physical activity

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How Well do Skinfold Equations Predict Percent Body Fat in Elite Soccer Players?

Cited by 83 publications

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Skinfold Sum: Reference Values for Top Athletes

Skinfold Sum: Reference Values for Top Athletes

Relationship Between Morphological Characteristics and Match Performance in Junior Soccer Players

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