BODY COMPOSITION

 The relative comparison of body fat to lean body mass (muscles, bones, organs, etc.)  Example:  Body Weight = 200 pounds  % Body Fat = 15%  30 pounds of body fat and 170 pounds of lean body mass.

 Normal physiological functioning.  Protects organs from bodily harm.  Insulates and regulates body temperature.  Stores energy!

 Essential Fat - Fat that is stored in the organs and tissues of the body.  Bare minimum that is required for normal body functioning.  Storage Fat – Adipose tissue for protection and temperature regulation.  Excess contributes to a higher risk for heart disease and other health related problems.

 4%-6% for MEN  10%-12% for WOMEN (Child Bearing)  8%-12% for both MEN AND WOMEN

 Evaluate your health.  You’ll be able to plan a workout program that fits your needs.  You can evaluate the progress you are making on your current plan/program.

 Skin Fold  Underwater Weighing  Bioelectrical Impedance  Height/Weight Chart

 Fat cells are formed during the last month of fetal development and continue to form into your early 20’s.  Formation is especially rapid during the first few years of life.  After your 20’s, the number of fat cells is set but their size can still increase.  Overfeeding children can lead to a lifetime of obesity.

MUSCLEFATProperties Fibrous, contractible and connective tissue. Lipids and Adipose tissue Weight/Density Heavier and more dense. Lighter and less dense. Function Moves skeleton (Your Body) Protection and insulation. Result of Exercise INCREASESDECREASES

 Unit of energy derived from food.  Supplies fuel for physical activity.  Satisfies the metabolic needs of your body.

NUTRIENT FOOD SOURCE FUNCTIONCarbohydrates Grains, breads, vegetables, fruits and pastas. Primary source of fuel. Fats Meats, poultry, milk, dairy products and vegetable oils. Essential for proper functioning of the body. Proteins Meat, poultry, fish, dairy products and eggs. Amino acids to build muscle, organs, hormones and enzymes.

PECTORAL DELTOID BICEPS ABDOMINALS QUADRICEPS TRICEPS TRAPEZIUS HAMSTRINGS CALF LATISIMUS DORSI GLUTEUS MAXIMUS