Journal article
Anthropometric Characteristics and Competition Dietary Intakes of Professional Rugby League Players
International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, Vol.16(2), pp.199-213
2006
Abstract
This study aimed to describe the physique characteristics and competition nutrient intake of professional Rugby League players and to assess use of a statistical technique for evaluating validity of dietary reporting. Players (n = 74) were endomorphic mesomorphs and had a mean weight, height, and BMI of 93.4 ± 10.9 kg, 179.9 ± 7.3 cm, and 28.5 ± 2.1 kg/m2 respectively. Mean sum of eight skinfolds was 78.9 ± 2.2 mm (12.4 ± 2.9% fat). Players (n = 34) reported a mean daily energy intake of 17,708 ± 3,688 kJ (carbohydrate 51%, protein 18%, fat 25%, alcohol 4%) with 6 and 2.0 g • kg-1 • d-1 from carbohydrate and protein respectively. Micronutrient intake was adequate but alcohol consumption was high relative to health standards. The dietary records provided a plausible estimate of energy intake however further research is required to evaluate statistical techniques for assessing dietary validity in athlete groups.
Details
- Title
- Anthropometric Characteristics and Competition Dietary Intakes of Professional Rugby League Players
- Authors
- B Lundy (Author) - Sydney Sports Medicine CentreH O'Connor (Author) - University of SydneyFiona Pelly (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health and EducationI Caterson (Author) - University of Sydney
- Publication details
- International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, Vol.16(2), pp.199-213
- Publisher
- Human Kinetics
- Date published
- 2006
- DOI
- 10.1123/ijsnem.16.2.199
- ISSN
- 1526-484X; 1526-484X
- Copyright note
- Copyright © 2006 Human Kinetics. Reproduced here in accordance with the publishers copyright policy.
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health - Nutrition & Dietetics; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99449998002621
- Output Type
- Journal article
- Research Statement
- false
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- Web Of Science research areas
- Nutrition & Dietetics
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