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The associations between anthropometric characteristics and nutritional parameters in male elite rugby union players.
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International Journal of Food Sciences & Nutrition . 2023, Vol. 74 Issue 6, p707-718. 12p. 7 Charts, 2 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- The objective was to analyse the associations between anthropometric characteristics and diet in male rugby players according to the playing position. A cross-sectional study was developed. The forwards had higher body weight (107 kg) and fat mass (FM; 12%) than the backs (87.8 kg and 8.47%, respectively) (p < 0.05). The quality of diet needs to improve (KIDMED value of 5.87 and 6.36 for forwards and backs, respectively). Nutritional imbalances, such as deficits in carbohydrates, fibre, calcium, magnesium and vitamin D, and excess of fats, saturated fatty acid, cholesterol and sugars were found. Carbohydrates and proteins intake were significant associated (p < 0.05) with a minor FM. Forwards with a KIDMED index of less than 8 had a significantly higher FM than those who maintained an optimal diet (p < 0.05). The diet of rugby players should be more in line with dietary recommendations and take into account the player position to optimise sports performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *ELITE athletes
*RUGBY football players
*FAT
*ADIPOSE tissues
*VITAMIN D
*BODY weight
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09637486
- Volume :
- 74
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Food Sciences & Nutrition
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 171338990
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09637486.2023.2246699