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ERIC Number: EJ269165
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1982-Oct
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Measurement of Body Composition in Children.
Lohman, T. G.
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, v53 n7 p67-70 Oct 1982
Identification and treatment of obesity in children is believed to be an important factor in its control during the adult years. Laboratory and field methods for body composition measurement are described along with estimates of body fat content from anthropometric dimensions. (CJ)
Descriptors: Body Weight, Children, Elementary Education, Human Body, Measurement Equipment, Measurement Techniques, Obesity, Physical Characteristics, Physical Health
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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