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Personal Training - Body Composition

Body composition refers to the types and amounts of tissues that make up the body. The most widely accepted body composition analysis is a two-part scale which divides the body weight into fat weight and lean weight.

Fat weight or adipose tissue is considered essential for normal functioning and is stored in the body to protect, insulate and be used for energy.

Lean Body Mass is comprised of 40-50% muscle, 16-18% bone, and 26%-35% organ mass (liver, kidneys, heart, etc.).

Recommended Body Fat Percentages:

Health Risks Associated with Excess Body Fat include Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, and Joint Discomfort.

Age	Males	Females
18-24 years	10-16%	18-24%
24-35 years	12-18%	20-26%
36-47 years	12-20%	22-28%
48-59 years	14-22%	24-30%
60+ years	14-24%	24-32%

Assessments

Body composition assessments are available to patrons of the BGSU Student Recreation Center free of charge and are administered by certified personal trainers.

Fall 2011 Free Body Fat Testing Times at the SRC Front Desk

Tuesday and Wednesday: 7 PM - 9 PM

These assessments can be repeated as often as preferred with a recommendation of at least once a month.

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