Ethnic differences in visceral adipose tissue and markers of cardiometabolic risk in elite rugby union athletes
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2017.09.318
Abstract: Background: Rugby union athletes display unique, position-specific body composition characteristics. Evidence suggests that Caucasian and Polynesian athletes exhibit differences in regional fat mass distribution; however, specific differences in subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT) and metabolically detrimental… read more here.
Keywords: rugby union; risk; union athletes; cm3 ... See more keywords
Skinfold Prediction Equations Fail to Provide an Accurate Estimate of Body Composition in Elite Rugby Union Athletes of Caucasian and Polynesian Ethnicity.
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DOI: 10.1123/ijsnem.2017-0251
Abstract: Body composition in elite rugby union athletes is routinely assessed using surface anthropometry, which can be utilized to provide estimates of absolute body composition using regression equations. This study aims to assess the ability of… read more here.
Keywords: rugby union; union athletes; body composition; body ... See more keywords
Preseason Body Composition Adaptations in Elite White and Polynesian Rugby Union Athletes.
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DOI: 10.1123/ijsnem.2018-0059
Abstract: During preseason training, rugby union (RU) athletes endeavor to enhance physical performance characteristics that are aligned with on-field success. Specific physique traits are associated with performance; therefore body composition assessment is routinely undertaken in elite… read more here.
Keywords: rugby union; body composition; mass; union athletes ... See more keywords