Optimal body weight 1

Body composition refers to the proportion of fat and non-fat mass in the body.

• True

• False

How does an increase in lean body mass affect an athlete?

• Reduces endurance

• Limits flexibility

• Increases body fat

• Enables more force generation

What is a consequence of having reduced nonessential body fat?

• Increased muscle mass

• Improved speed and agility

• Decreased reaction time

• Lower metabolism

What is the impact of excessive body mass on flexibility?

• Improves flexibility

• Reduces joint range of motion

• Has no impact

• Enhances coordination

Heavyweight wrestlers require high body mass, which helps provide stability.

• True

• False