Body Composition In Relation To VO2max And Running Performance

Troy Hodge

School Name

South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics

Grade Level

12th Grade

Presentation Topic

Physiology and Health

Presentation Type

Mentored

Mentor

Mentor: Scott Murr, Department of Health Sciences, Furman University

Written Paper Award

1st Place

Abstract

Previous research on body composition and aerobic fitness has indicated that a lower percentage of body fat results in better endurance performance. Previous studies have also shown a high correlation between maximal oxygen uptake (VO2Max) and running performance. This study examines the correlation between body composition and aerobic performance. Body composition was measured using a Bodpod air plethysmography system. VO2Max was measured using a progressive treadmill test and Cosmed CPET breath analyzer. A significant correlation was found between body composition and absolute VO2Max , relative VO2Max ,VO2Max relative to fat free mass, 1609-meter race time and 5000-meter race time. It was concluded that a lower body composition results in more efficient oxygen consumption and better running performance. This data can be used to determine one’s own physiological data with the goal of improved training and performance.

Start Date

4-11-2015 8:45 AM

End Date

4-11-2015 9:00 AM

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Apr 11th, 8:45 AM Apr 11th, 9:00 AM

Body Composition In Relation To VO2max And Running Performance

Previous research on body composition and aerobic fitness has indicated that a lower percentage of body fat results in better endurance performance. Previous studies have also shown a high correlation between maximal oxygen uptake (VO2Max) and running performance. This study examines the correlation between body composition and aerobic performance. Body composition was measured using a Bodpod air plethysmography system. VO2Max was measured using a progressive treadmill test and Cosmed CPET breath analyzer. A significant correlation was found between body composition and absolute VO2Max , relative VO2Max ,VO2Max relative to fat free mass, 1609-meter race time and 5000-meter race time. It was concluded that a lower body composition results in more efficient oxygen consumption and better running performance. This data can be used to determine one’s own physiological data with the goal of improved training and performance.