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Background. Boxing is a sport that generates important morpho-physiological adaptations in boxers,requiring physical monitoring from the beginning of sports preparation. Aim. the objective of this study is to correlate physical performance with morphotype and caloric intake in Mexican boxers during physical preparation and compare them by amateur and professional group. Methods. Quantitative, cross-sectional...
Background. Kinanthropometry in karate athletes (KT) can offer advantages over maximum oxygen consumption (VO2max) during consecutive matches in competitions. Problem and Aim. To analyze the association of the kinanthropometric profile with the VO2max of KT of different competitive levels, as well as to compare the kinanthropometric profile and the performance of VO2max between athletes of different...
Background. In taekwondo, body composition and body fat percentage (BF%) are decisive factors in the result of combat between elite athletes. In recent years, air displacement plethysmography (ADP) has appeared as a reference method to evaluate BF%, while skinfold-based equations can be used in those cases in which people are unable to access such equipment. Problem and Aim: To determine the degree...