The Relationship Between Strength Measurements and Anthropometric Indicators (BMI and Skinfold Thickness) in Ellisras Rural Adolescents Aged 9–15 Years: Ellisras Longitudinal Study

The Relationship Between Strength Measurements and Anthropometric Indicators (BMI and Skinfold Thickness) in Ellisras Rural Adolescents Aged 9–15 Years: Ellisras Longitudinal Study

Purpose. Handgrip strength and arm hang have been recognized as predictors of muscle strength and presented as biomarkers for important health outcomes and overall fitness of an individual. The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between arm hang and handgrip strength with BMI and s...

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Main Authors: Nkwana Mbelege R., Monyeki Kotsedi D., Matshipi Moloko, Sekgala Machoene D., Ramoshaba Nthai E., Mashiane Tshephang M. J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Termedia Publishing House 2017-03-01
Series:Human Movement
Subjects:
undernutrition
upper body strength
rural South African children
Online Access:http://www.degruyter.com/view/j/humo.2017.18.issue-1/humo-2017-0003/humo-2017-0003.xml?format=INT

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