BPK 143 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Lean Body Mass, Body Fat Percentage
2 Mar 2013
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Chemical composition of the human body by mass. Body composition of a typical man and woman ( 20-24 years old) Getting reliable body composition data is expensive. Most people do not know what their body composition should be. There is no ideal percent body fat for every individual. Pinching the subcutaneous fat (adipose tissue, below the skin) can give some useful information. Essential fat is essential for life, as it includes fat around nerves, in the brain, and around other essential organs. Non-essential fat is fat that acts as an energy store. The most important consideration when looking at body composition. Percentage of lean tissue and bone density are also very important. Another problem with percent body fat estimates occurs when individuals do not exercise in an attempt to lose body fat. It may be successful, but often lose a considerable amount of muscle tissue as well.
