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Body Composition & Health

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What is the unit of measurement for Body Mass Index (BMI)?

cm/kg2

m/cm2

kg/m2 (correct)

kg/cm2

What technology is used in Near-Infrared Interactance to estimate body fat percentage?

Electrical impedance technology

Water displacement technology

Light technology (correct)

Air displacement technology

What is the primary purpose of Body Mass Index (BMI)?

Measuring body fat percentage

Measuring visceral fat

Determining adult weight status and general health (correct)

Determining muscle mass

What is the effect of having a BMI greater than 30?

Increasing the chance of acquiring long-term and disabling illnesses Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of calories in the body?

To provide energy for the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of moderation in calorie intake?

To maintain a healthy weight status Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for analyzing body fat percentage in evaluating overall body composition?

To evaluate overall health and make health recommendations Signup and view all the answers

What is the natural trend in muscle mass as people age?

It naturally declines with age Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary hormonal difference between men and women that affects body composition?

Testosterone Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of hormones in relation to body composition?

To act as chemical messengers dictating many functions including how you store and utilize energy Signup and view all the answers

Why may two people of the same height and weight have different health difficulties?

Due to differences in body composition Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of consuming too many calories without sufficient physical activity?

Weight gain and potential health issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of genetics in body composition?

It plays a role in how your body stores and burns fat, as well as your muscle-building potential Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of waiting 1 to 2 seconds after releasing the caliber during skin fold measurements?

To obtain a more accurate reading Signup and view all the answers

Where should the caliber be positioned during skin fold measurements?

Perpendicular to the site analyzed Signup and view all the answers

Where is the abdominal skin fold measurement taken for males?

2cm to the right of the navel Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of taking multiple measurements at each site?