New studies on anthropometry

Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1
Body Fat in Male Master Swimmers:  Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry vs. Skinfold Thickness Equations
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
	Results
	Discussion
	Conclusion
	References
Chapter 2
Bone Mineral Response to Physical Activity and Sport Practice
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Bone Tissue Morphology and Physiology
	Physical Activity, Body Composition and Bone Health
	Sport Practice and Bone Health
	Conclusion and Recommendations
	Acknowledgment
	References
Chapter 3
Foot Anthropometry
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Background
		Foot Structure
		Morphology, Architecture and Kinematics of the Foot
		Shoe Design
		Footprints
		Forensic Podiatry
	Conclusion
	Recommendations for Future Research
	Acknowledgments
	References
Chapter 4
A Soccer Team Anthropometric  Weighted Centroid
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Starting with the Team Geometric Centroid
		The Team Ball Weighted Centroid
		Implementing a Team Mass Weighted Centroid and a Team Stature Weighted Centroid
		Implementing an Anthropometric Profile of the Players  and a Team Anthropometric Weighted Centroid
		Implementing a Team Composite Weighted Centroid
	Conclusion and Future Research
	References
Chapter 5
Anthropometry of Rowing: An Update
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Lightweight Rowing
	Heavyweight Rowing
	Somatotype and Talent Identification
	Conclusion
	References
Chapter 6
Use and Interpretation of Anthropometric Measures in Postmenopausal Women
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		1. Background
		2. Anthropometric Parameters of Total Adiposity and Lean Body Mass
			2.1. Body Mass Index
			2.2. Clínica Universidad de Navarra - Body Adiposity Estimator Index
			2.3. Deurenberg Equation
			2.4. Body Adiposity Index
			2.5. Relative Fat Mass
			2.6. Hume Equation
		3. Anthropometric Variables of Central Adiposity
			3.1. Waist Circumference
			3.2. Waist-Hip Ratio
			3.3. Waist-to-Height Ratio
			3.4. A Body Shape Index
			3.5. Body Roundness Index
	Conclusion and Practical Applications
	References
Chapter 7
Anthropometry in Dentistry – New Insights
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Axiography
		The Evolution of Dental Radiography
		Intraoral Radiology
		Extraoral Radiology
		Panoramic Radiography
		From Conventional Computed Tomography to Cone-Beam  Computed Tomography
		Magnetic Resonance Imaging
		Digital Dental Scanners
		Additive Manufacturing
		Surface Electromyography in Dentistry
		Surface Electromyography
		Surface Electrodes
		Factors Affecting Electromyographic Recordings
		Surface Electromyography Research in Dentistry
	Practical Applications
		Case Report
	Conclusion
	References
Chapter 8
Anthropometrics and  Competitive Swimmers with a Disability:  A Systematic Review
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Search Strategy
		Eligibility Criteria
		Quality Assessment
	Results
		Eligible Studies
		Anthropometric Procedures and Variables
		Anthropometrics Main Findings
	Conclusion (and Practical Applications)
	Recommendations for Future Research
	Acknowledgments
	References
Chapter 9
Effects of Body Mass Index  on Segment Coordination and Joint Variability in Running
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Background
		Incremental Protocol Instrumentation/Data collection
			Lower Limb Relative Angles Variability
			Lower Limb Inter-Joint Coordination
			Results for Anthropometrics and Lower Limb Relative Angles Variability
		Results for Lower Limb Inter-Join Coordination
	Conclusion (and Practical Applications)
	References
Chapter 10
Body Fat Estimates:  How Do They Relate to Each Other and to Cardiorespiratory Fitness?
	Abstract
	Introduction
		Body Mass Index
		Body Fat Percentage
		Waist-Hip Ratio
		Waist Circumference
		Cardiorespiratory Fitness
	Methods
		Inclusion Criteria
	Findings
		The Association between Waist Circumference/Waist-Hip Ratio  and Cardiorespiratory Fitness
		The Association between Body Mass Index and Cardiorespiratory Fitness
		Body Composition/Percentage Body Fat and Cardiorespiratory Fitness
	Conclusion and Recommendations
	References
Chapter 11
Body Segment Parameters for Rigid Body Modelling in Biomechanical Analyses
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Historical Perspectives
		Classical Methods for Assessing the Body Segment Parameters
			Reaction Board Method
			Water Immersion Method
			Quick-Release Method
		Medical Imaging Methods for Obtaining the Body Segment Parameters
		Models Designed to Estimate the Body Segment Parameters
	Comparison between Different Methods  [Technical Report]
		Participants, Data Acquisition and Analysis
		Results
		Discussion and Conclusion of the Technical Note
	Overall Discussion and Future Direction
		What Do We Know from the Literature?
		The Effect of BSP Estimations on Biomechanical Measurements
	Conclusion
	Acknowledgment
	References
Chapter 12
Body Composition in Amputee Football Players: What do We Know?
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		Amputation
		Amputee Football: The History
		Body Composition in Amputee Football Players
	Conclusion (and Practical Applications)
	Recommendations for Future Research
	Acknowledgment
	References
Chapter 13
How Do the Anthropometric Variables Influence Volleyball  and Beach Volleyball Performance?
	Abstract
	Introduction
		Volleyball
		Beach Volleyball
	Conclusion and Practical Applications
	Recommendations for Future Research
	References
Chapter 14
The Runner Structure: Anthropometric Differences in Track Events
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Development
		The Case of Olympic Champions in the 100 m Dash
		Muscle Mass: How Much Is Too Much for Running Performance?
	Conclusion (and Practical Applications)
	Recommendations for Future Research
	References
Chapter 15
Anthropometric Indicators and  Health Status - A Relationship from  Infancy to Adulthood
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Anthropometry and Child Health:  The Use of Growth Charts
	Anthropometry As an Indicator of Cardiometabolic Risk Factor: A Tool to Be Used Throughout Lifespan
		Body Mass Index
		Waist Circumference
		Waist to Hip Ratio
		Waist to Height Ratio
	Concluding Remarks
	References
About the Contributors
About the Editors
Index
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