Anthropometry has a big role in various fields, including sports. A number of competitions apply anthropometric tests before athletes compete, one of which is in the National Sports Week. Anthropometric tests are carried out to assess the physical condition of an athlete. As discussed in the discussion of physiotherapy anthropometry, anthropometry also plays a role in the division of athlete classes in sports competitions. Furthermore, anthropometry turned out to be important to evaluate the modalities of an athlete before competing.
So what exactly is anthropometry, and how do anthropometric tests apply to evaluating athletes’ modalities? Let’s discuss together!
Introduction to Anthropometry
The term anthropometry is adapted from two ancient Greek words, namely “anthro” which means human (man) and “metron” which means measure. Anthropometry is generally defined as a study that is closely related to the measurement of the dimensions of the human body. And anthropometry itself is part of the science of ergonomics which is specialized in studying body size.
Besides being used to study ergonomics principles, anthropometric measurements can help determine a person’s physical condition from his ideal body type or body composition. This is what is then used by a number of experts in various aspects, one of which is sports.
Anthropometry Test and Physical Test as Preparation before Competing
Referring to the Pekan Olahraga Nasional XX in Papua, the anthropometric test was carried out 4 times with physical measurements seven times. This examination is needed to detect whether the athlete’s training or preparation is sufficient. This examination is also carried out to identify and evaluate the modalities of athletes being prepared for sports competitions.
In anthropometric and physical examinations, endurance tests are also carried out to determine the athlete’s endurance before competing. From the results of the physical exercise, the team of coaches and examiners coordinated to evaluate the body composition of each athlete. If it is judged that there is still something lacking, the intensity of physical exercise will be increased according to the results of the evaluation.
Anthropometry Examination for Athlete Achievement Support
As mentioned earlier, anthropometric tests are useful for evaluating an athlete’s performance. If the athlete’s performance can be measured, then physical training is also measurable. So that the winning strategy can be described well.
In sports, there are several tips that can be done to maximize the athlete’s potential and the possibility of achievement. For example, by determining the appropriate nutrition for athletes, the type of exercise that is suitable to do and the intensity of the exercise that can be done. The things mentioned can actually be known by taking anthropometric measurements. To perform anthropometric measurements, a very precise measuring instrument is needed.
The Most Accurate Anthropometric Measuring Tool
The results of anthropometric measurements of athlete’s body composition must be accurate and precise. Therefore, a measuring instrument is needed that supports these accurate results. Here is a selection of the best measuring tools that can be used :
Portable Anthropometry Kit for Sports Majors
Metrisis – Portable Anthropometry produced by Solo Abadi Indonesia is an anthropometric measuring instrument derived from the anthropometric chair which is packaged in a portable form, so that the measuring instrument can be moved or carried anywhere easily. Like an innovation, portable anthropometry can be used to measure up to more than 100 dimensions of the human body.
The function of this tool is to carry out anthropometric measurements that are carried out carefully and prioritize the accuracy of the data. This instrument offers measurement capabilities of up to 100 measurements. In addition, its portable form makes this tool can be used unlimited time and done anywhere.
Anthropometric kits from Solo Abadi have been sent to various departments in Indonesia. Currently, 8 Portable Anthropometry kits from Solo Abadi have been used, one of which is the Department of Medicine, Islamic University of Indonesia. Solo Abadi anthropometric measurement products have also been used by a number of domestic and international agencies. The Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI) East Java and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) are sports agencies that have used anthropometric measuring instruments from Solo Abadi.
The following are the details of the Anthropometry Portable Kit product.
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