This video shows Dr. Evan Matthews discussing some basic information about body composition and body fat percentage in relation to health and athletic ability. The measurements discussed in this video are body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, hip circumference, and waist to hip ratio. This video is part of a series of videos that will cover body composition and nutrition basics. The playlist to that series is listed below.
Body Composition and Nutrition Basics Playlist
Exercise Physiology Teaching Current Edition Playlist
Videos in the Body Composition and Nutrition Basics Playlist to check out:
Obesity Epidemic – USA CDC Obesity Maps (2011-2019 Data)
Anthropometric Measurements to Screen for Obesity
Body Composition and Body Fat Percentage Basics
Laboratory Body Composition Tests to Measure Body Fat Percentage
Field Body Composition Tests to Measure Body Fat Percentage
The Four Macronutrients
Dietary Guidelines for Americans – Basic Health Recommendations
Exercise and Diet Basics for Weight Control
Optimal Body Weight Calculations by Body Fat Percentage
Optimal Body Weight Calculations by BMI
Link to Dr. Evan Matthews website.