1.4 - Body Composition
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Practice Questions
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What is body composition?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes up your body!
Name a component of lean body mass.
💡 Hint: What’s left when you take fat out?
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What are the two types of fat mass?
💡 Hint: Think about which fat is crucial.
True or False: High amounts of lean body mass are associated with a faster metabolism.
💡 Hint: Consider how muscles affect energy use.
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Design a nutrition strategy for an athlete transitioning from an off-season to a competition phase, considering body composition goals.
💡 Hint: Think about energy needs in different phases.
How would you explain the relationship between body fat distribution and health risks to a peer?
💡 Hint: Focus on the significance of where fat is stored.
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