https://doi.org/10.4081/ejtm.2024.11887
Trends in anthropometric and somatotype profiles of Brazilian female futsal players: a 20 year study
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This study describes the anthropometric measurements and somatotype of the elite female futsal players from Brazil in 2021 and analyse the changes and trends over time in these physical characteristics. Data were collected from the 396 female futsal players, of whom; 169 players were assessed in 2021 then compared to those assessed in 2001 (n=112) and 2011 (n-115). Anthropometric measurements, including body weight, height, breadths, girths, and skinfolds were assessed. The somatotype was calculated and graphically represented. The changes between 2021 and the previous years were analysed using ANOVA and multiple linear regression. A jointpoint regression was performed to verify the annual percentage change. The comparison between 2021 data versus the other time points showed a higher age and lower fat content (2001: 22.7 ± 5.1 BF%; 2011: 22.2 ± 5.2 BF%; 2021: 19.0 ± 5.1 BF%). Players from 2021 had higher tensed arm and relaxed calf girths. All the positions, excluding pivots, significantly decreased their body fat units between 2021 and 2001 (goalkeeper: b=-4.49; defender: b=-2.78; winger: b=-4.48). Over the last 20 years, body fat reduced, and tensed arm and relaxed calf girths increased, suggesting an increase in fat-free mass content from the limbs.
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Muller Reis Weber, V., Bessa Dantas, D., Fernandes da Silva, D., Gustavo Cavazzotto, T., Sergio Portela, B., Aires Ferreira, S., & Roberto Queiroga, M. (2024). Trends in anthropometric and somatotype profiles of Brazilian female futsal players: a 20 year study. European Journal of Translational Myology, 34(1). https://doi.org/10.4081/ejtm.2024.11887
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