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Body Composition

The size, shape, height and weight of a performer can all influence the type of sport played, as well as the level of performance. For example, a light, slim person could take part in sumo wrestling although they would find it much harder than a heavy, bigger, stronger person. i.e. The level of performance would probably be lower. There are always exceptions to this, although there is a general pattern in ELITE performance which shows that particular body types suit particular sports.

Match the term on the left with the explanations by clicking on the boxes and selecting your answer.

Percentage of body weight which is fat, muscle and bone.
Genetics, Lifestyle and Diet
Height / Weight Charts
Overweight
Overfat
Obese or Obesity
Lack of exercise + eating too much