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Research activities in the field of Human Biology and Anthropometry. Principal activities include the study of current populations, with specific reference to body composition and fat distribution, hydration status and body image perception in different population, in relation to age, sex, physical activity and lifestyle. In particular, research concerns growth, ageing, kinanthropometry, human body composition evaluation, bio-cultural diversity in contemporaneous multiethnic society.
This investigation aimed to compare the effects of suspension training versus traditional resistance exercise using a combination of bands and bodyweight on body composition, bioimpedance vector patterns, and handgrip strength in older men. Thirty-six older men (age 67.4 ± 5.1 years, BMI 27.1 ± 3.3 kg/m2) were randomly allocated into suspension training (n = 12), traditional training (n = 13), or non-exercise (n = 11) groups over a 12-week study period. Body composition was assessed using conventional bioelectrical impedance analysis and classic and specific bioelectric impedance vector analysis, and handgrip strength was measured with a dynamometer. Results showed a significant (p< 0.05) group by time interaction for fat mass, fat-free mass, total body water, skeletal muscle index, classic and specific bioelectrical resistance, classic bioelectrical reactance, phase angle, and dominant handgrip strength. Classic and specific vector displacements from baseline to post 12 weeks for the three groups were observed. Handgrip strength increased in the suspension training group (p< 0.01, ES: 1.50), remained stable in the traditional training group, and decreased in the control group (p< 0.01, ES: −0.86). Although bodyweight and elastic band training helps to prevent a decline in muscle mass and handgrip strength, suspension training proved more effective in counteracting the effects of aging in older men under the specific conditions studied.
Francesco Campa; Brad Schoenfeld; Elisabetta Marini; Silvia Stagi; Mario Mauro; Stefania Toselli. Effects of a 12-Week Suspension versus Traditional Resistance Training Program on Body Composition, Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, and Handgrip Strength in Older Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients 2021, 13, 2267 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Brad Schoenfeld, Elisabetta Marini, Silvia Stagi, Mario Mauro, Stefania Toselli. Effects of a 12-Week Suspension versus Traditional Resistance Training Program on Body Composition, Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, and Handgrip Strength in Older Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2021; 13 (7):2267.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Brad Schoenfeld; Elisabetta Marini; Silvia Stagi; Mario Mauro; Stefania Toselli. 2021. "Effects of a 12-Week Suspension versus Traditional Resistance Training Program on Body Composition, Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, and Handgrip Strength in Older Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial." Nutrients 13, no. 7: 2267.
Green spaces are defined as open spaces of ground, covered by vegetation, including parks and gardens. This kind of environment is linked to many positive effects and its importance is growing due to increasing urbanization. Understanding what drives people to use green urban space is fundamental to creating appropriate campaigns to develop the use of such spaces and improve the citizens’ quality of life. A questionnaire on the attitude towards green space was developed and submitted to people from two Italian regions. Emilia-Romagna and Veneto are two regions in the North of Italy with different territorial policies. Three hundred and ten surveys were collected (167 in Emilia-Romagna and 143 in Veneto). Significant differences were observed between regions, age groups and in relation to the kind of work (p< 0.05). People from Emilia-Romagna have higher scores of attitudes towards green space than people from Veneto, underlining the importance of territorial policies. Moreover, younger participants (18–30 years) seem to be less attracted to green urban space. Being an employee seems to influence the attitude towards green space. Particular attention should be given to subjects of the younger age groups and to the number of hours spent at work. This could be an important element for future research, so that political action can be implemented with these categories in mind.
Alessia Grigoletto; Mario Mauro; Francesco Campa; Alberto Loi; Maria Zambon; Marzia Bettocchi; Mark Nieuwenhuijsen; Laura Bragonzoni; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Stefania Toselli. Attitudes towards Green Urban Space: A Case Study of Two Italian Regions. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 6442 .
AMA StyleAlessia Grigoletto, Mario Mauro, Francesco Campa, Alberto Loi, Maria Zambon, Marzia Bettocchi, Mark Nieuwenhuijsen, Laura Bragonzoni, Pasqualino Maietta Latessa, Stefania Toselli. Attitudes towards Green Urban Space: A Case Study of Two Italian Regions. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (12):6442.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlessia Grigoletto; Mario Mauro; Francesco Campa; Alberto Loi; Maria Zambon; Marzia Bettocchi; Mark Nieuwenhuijsen; Laura Bragonzoni; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Stefania Toselli. 2021. "Attitudes towards Green Urban Space: A Case Study of Two Italian Regions." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 12: 6442.
The recent COVID-19 pandemic has imposed a general lockdown in Italy, one of the most affected countries at the beginning of the outbreak, between 9 March and 3 May 2020. As a consequence, Italian citizens were confined at home for almost two months, an unprecedented situation, which could have negative effects on both psychological and physical health. The aim of this study was to review the published papers concerning the effects of the lockdown on physical activity and the consequences on general health. As expected, most studies highlighted a significant reduction in the amount of performed physical activity compared to before lockdown, in both the general population and in individuals with chronic conditions. This fact had negative consequences on both general health, in terms of increased body mass, and on specific chronic conditions, especially obesity and neurological diseases.
Luciana Zaccagni; Stefania Toselli; Davide Barbieri. Physical Activity during COVID-19 Lockdown in Italy: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 6416 .
AMA StyleLuciana Zaccagni, Stefania Toselli, Davide Barbieri. Physical Activity during COVID-19 Lockdown in Italy: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (12):6416.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLuciana Zaccagni; Stefania Toselli; Davide Barbieri. 2021. "Physical Activity during COVID-19 Lockdown in Italy: A Systematic Review." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 12: 6416.
We aimed to assess the effects of off-the-shelf leucine metabolite supplements on phase angle (PhA), bioimpedance vector analysis (BIVA) patterns and strength during an 8-week resistance training protocol. Fifty-three male participants were allocated into 4 groups: α-hydroxyisocaproic acid (n = 12, age = 30.9 ± 9.3 years), β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate free acid (n = 12, age = 31.0 ± 9.3 years), calcium β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (n = 15, age = 32.1 ± 5.2 years) or placebo (n = 14, age = 28.9 ± 6.6 years). Bioimpedance parameters and 1-repetition maximum (1RM) for back squat and bench press were assessed at baseline and at the end of weeks 4 and 8. Additionally, fat-free mass and fat mass were evaluated by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. No statistically group by time interactions were found, even adjusting for age. PhA and vector did not change over the training period, while time-dependent increases were observed for 1RM back squat and 1RM bench press. A direct association was observed between PhA and 1RM bench press changes (whole sample), while PhA and strength were correlated throughout the study, even when adjusting for fat-free mass and percentage of fat mass. Leucine metabolites have no effect on PhA, BIVA patterns or strength during an 8-week resistance training program, in resistance trained subjects. The trial was registered at ClincicalTrials.gov: NCT03511092. Novelty: Supplementation with leucine metabolites is not a supplementation strategy that improves bioelectrical phase angle, cellular health, and strength after an 8-week resistance training program. When consuming a high protein diet, none of the α-hydroxyisocaproic acid, β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate free acid, and calcium β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate metabolites resulted in an ergogenic effect in resistance trained men.
F. Campa; C.N. Matias; F.J. Teixeira; J.F. Reis; M.J. Valamatos; S. Toselli; C.P. Monteiro. Leucine metabolites do not induce changes in phase angle, bioimpedance vector analysis patterns, and strength in resistance trained men. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism 2021, 46, 669 -675.
AMA StyleF. Campa, C.N. Matias, F.J. Teixeira, J.F. Reis, M.J. Valamatos, S. Toselli, C.P. Monteiro. Leucine metabolites do not induce changes in phase angle, bioimpedance vector analysis patterns, and strength in resistance trained men. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism. 2021; 46 (6):669-675.
Chicago/Turabian StyleF. Campa; C.N. Matias; F.J. Teixeira; J.F. Reis; M.J. Valamatos; S. Toselli; C.P. Monteiro. 2021. "Leucine metabolites do not induce changes in phase angle, bioimpedance vector analysis patterns, and strength in resistance trained men." Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism 46, no. 6: 669-675.
Body composition is acknowledged as a determinant of athletic health and performance. Its assessment is crucial in evaluating the efficiency of a diet or aspects related to the nutritional status of the athlete. Despite the methods traditionally used to assess body composition, bioelectric impedance analysis (BIA) and bioelectric impedance vector analysis (BIVA) have recently gained attention in sports, as well as in a research context. Only until recently have specific regression equations and reference tolerance ellipses for athletes become available, while specific recommendations for measurement procedures still remain scarce. Therefore, the present narrative review summarizes the current literature regarding body composition analysis, with a special focus on BIA and BIVA. The use of specific technologies and sampling frequencies is described, and recommendations for the assessment of body composition in athletes are provided. Additionally, the estimation of body composition parameters (i.e., quantitative analysis) and the interpretation of the raw bioelectrical data (i.e., qualitative analysis) are examined, highlighting the innovations now available in athletes. Lastly, it should be noted that, up until 2020, the use of BIA and BIVA in athletes failed to provide accurate results due to unspecific equations and references; however, new perspectives are now unfolding for researchers and practitioners. In light of this, BIA and especially BIVA can be utilized to monitor the nutritional status and the seasonal changes in body composition in athletes, as well as provide accurate within- and between-athlete comparisons.
Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Massimiliano Mazzilli; Luís Gobbo; Giuseppe Coratella. Assessment of Body Composition in Athletes: A Narrative Review of Available Methods with Special Reference to Quantitative and Qualitative Bioimpedance Analysis. Nutrients 2021, 13, 1620 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Stefania Toselli, Massimiliano Mazzilli, Luís Gobbo, Giuseppe Coratella. Assessment of Body Composition in Athletes: A Narrative Review of Available Methods with Special Reference to Quantitative and Qualitative Bioimpedance Analysis. Nutrients. 2021; 13 (5):1620.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Massimiliano Mazzilli; Luís Gobbo; Giuseppe Coratella. 2021. "Assessment of Body Composition in Athletes: A Narrative Review of Available Methods with Special Reference to Quantitative and Qualitative Bioimpedance Analysis." Nutrients 13, no. 5: 1620.
The assessment of the health status of athletes, at all ages, is an aspect of fundamental importance, and, in recent years, the analysis of body composition has become a fundamental and essential part in its evaluation, such as in the optimization of sports performance
Stefania Toselli. Body Composition and Physical Health in Sports Practice: An Editorial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 4534 .
AMA StyleStefania Toselli. Body Composition and Physical Health in Sports Practice: An Editorial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (9):4534.
Chicago/Turabian StyleStefania Toselli. 2021. "Body Composition and Physical Health in Sports Practice: An Editorial." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 9: 4534.
Pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) are used as non-invasive tools to enhance microcirculation and tissue oxygenation, with a modulatory influence on the microvasculature. This study aimed to measure the acute effect of PEMF on muscle oxygenation and its influence on pulmonary oxygen kinetics during exercise. Eighteen male cyclists performed, on different days, a constant-load exercise in both active (ON) and inactive (OFF) PEMF stimulations while deoxyhemoglobin and pulmonary oxygen kinetics, total oxygenation index, and blood lactate were collected. PEMF enhanced muscle oxygenation, with higher values of deoxyhemoglobin both at the primary component and at the steady-state level. Moreover, PEMF accelerated deoxyhemoglobin on-transition kinetic, with a shorter time delay, time constant, and mean response time than the OFF condition. Lactate concentration was higher during stimulation. No differences were found for total oxygenation index and pulmonary oxygen kinetics. Local application of a precise PEMF stimulation can increase the rate of the muscle O2 extraction and utilization. These changes were not accompanied by faster oxygen kinetics, reduced oxygen slow component, or reduced blood lactate level. It seems that oxygen consumption is more influenced by exercise involving large muscle mass like cycling, whereas PEMF might only act at the local level.
Aurelio Trofè; Milena Raffi; David Muehsam; Andrea Meoni; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Alessandro Piras. Effect of PEMF on Muscle Oxygenation during Cycling: A Single-Blind Controlled Pilot Study. Applied Sciences 2021, 11, 3624 .
AMA StyleAurelio Trofè, Milena Raffi, David Muehsam, Andrea Meoni, Francesco Campa, Stefania Toselli, Alessandro Piras. Effect of PEMF on Muscle Oxygenation during Cycling: A Single-Blind Controlled Pilot Study. Applied Sciences. 2021; 11 (8):3624.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAurelio Trofè; Milena Raffi; David Muehsam; Andrea Meoni; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Alessandro Piras. 2021. "Effect of PEMF on Muscle Oxygenation during Cycling: A Single-Blind Controlled Pilot Study." Applied Sciences 11, no. 8: 3624.
Background: An aspect that influences sport performance is maturation status, since, within the same chronological age group, boys who have advanced maturation outperform their late maturing peers in tests of muscular strength, power, and endurance. Therefore, the aims of the present study were: (i) to investigate the differences in biological maturation and anthropometric and morphological characteristics among three groups of Italian adolescents, two of which were sportive (practicing basketball and football) and one non-sportive, and (ii) to identify the anthropometric and morphological predictors that best discriminate these three groups. Methods: Sixty-one basketball and 62 soccer players and 68 non-sportive youths were measured (mean age = 13.0 ± 1.1 y). Anthropometric characteristics were taken and body mass index, cormic index, body composition parameters, and somatotype were derived. An estimation of maturity status was carried out considering the years from peak height velocity (PHV). Two-way 3 × 3 ANOVAs was performed on all anthropometric characteristics to test the differences within sport groups and maturity status groups. Discriminant function analysis (stepwise criteria) was then applied to anthropometric and body composition variables to classify subjects into the three different sport categories. Results: Differences in anthropometric characteristics were detected among the three groups. For somatotype, differences among all of the considered groups were higher for endomorphy (p < 0.001; effect size = 0.13). Biological maturity influences the differences in the anthropometric characteristics and body composition among subjects of the same chronological age during adolescence. The variables that best discriminated the three groups were represented by body composition parameters, body proportions, and body build. Conclusions: This study confirms that boys who practice sport present healthier body composition parameters, with lower level of fat parameters. The assessment of maturity status is a fundamental factor in explaining anthropometric and body composition differences among peers in this period. Its comprehension may assist coaches and technical staff in optimizing competitive efficiency and monitoring the success of training regimes.
Stefania Toselli; Francesco Campa; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Gianpiero Greco; Alberto Loi; Alessia Grigoletto; Luciana Zaccagni. Differences in Maturity and Anthropometric and Morphological Characteristics among Young Male Basketball and Soccer Players and Non-Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 3902 .
AMA StyleStefania Toselli, Francesco Campa, Pasqualino Maietta Latessa, Gianpiero Greco, Alberto Loi, Alessia Grigoletto, Luciana Zaccagni. Differences in Maturity and Anthropometric and Morphological Characteristics among Young Male Basketball and Soccer Players and Non-Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (8):3902.
Chicago/Turabian StyleStefania Toselli; Francesco Campa; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Gianpiero Greco; Alberto Loi; Alessia Grigoletto; Luciana Zaccagni. 2021. "Differences in Maturity and Anthropometric and Morphological Characteristics among Young Male Basketball and Soccer Players and Non-Players." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 8: 3902.
Background: Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in childhood is a multidimensional construct with many sub dimensions of subjective experience, including physical activity (PA), psychological well-being, social interaction, and school performance, that represents a fundamental health outcome to assess a child’s physical and psycho-social functioning. Our study aims to explore the potential predictors of children’s health-related quality of life, using a convenience sample from the Imola Active Break Study (I-MOVE), considering demographic, anthropometric measures, PA level measured by Actigraph accelerometers, parent-reported/self-reported HRQoL, and body image. Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted among 151 primary school children in Italy. HRQoL was assessed using the Italian version 4.0 of the Paediatric Quality of Life (PedsQL) questionnaire. Results: Children who spent more time partaking in moderate PA were associated with a higher total PedsQL score (p < 0.03). Mother’s body mass index (BMI) was the only variable statistically significant associated with the physical health domain of PedsQL. Parent’s proxy-report perception concerning children’s psychosocial health was statistically relevant. The children’s gender, age, and BMI had no association with any of the HRQoL outcomes. Discussion: Parent proxy-report psychosocial health and mother’s BMI should be considered as predictors of HRQoL for the psychosocial and physical domain. PA should be implemented in order to improve the HRQoL of primary school children.
Alice Masini; Davide Gori; Sofia Marini; Marcello Lanari; Susan Scrimaglia; Francesco Esposito; Francesco Campa; Alessia Grigoletto; Andrea Ceciliani; Stefania Toselli; Laura Dallolio. The Determinants of Health-Related Quality of Life in a Sample of Primary School Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2021, 18, 3251 .
AMA StyleAlice Masini, Davide Gori, Sofia Marini, Marcello Lanari, Susan Scrimaglia, Francesco Esposito, Francesco Campa, Alessia Grigoletto, Andrea Ceciliani, Stefania Toselli, Laura Dallolio. The Determinants of Health-Related Quality of Life in a Sample of Primary School Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021; 18 (6):3251.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlice Masini; Davide Gori; Sofia Marini; Marcello Lanari; Susan Scrimaglia; Francesco Esposito; Francesco Campa; Alessia Grigoletto; Andrea Ceciliani; Stefania Toselli; Laura Dallolio. 2021. "The Determinants of Health-Related Quality of Life in a Sample of Primary School Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 6: 3251.
This systematic review aimed to investigate the type of physical activity carried out in green urban spaces by the adult population and to value its impact on the population’s health. Additionally, another purpose was to examine if the presence of outdoor gyms in green urban spaces can promote participation in physical activity among adults. Searches of electronic databases, with no time restrictions and up to June 2020, resulted in 10 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. A quantitative assessment is reported as effect size. Many people practiced walking activity as a workout, which showed improvements in health. Walking is the most popular type of training due to its easy accessibility and it not requiring equipment or special skills. Outdoor fitness equipment has been installed in an increasing number of parks and has become very popular worldwide. Further, outdoor fitness equipment provides free access to fitness training and seems to promote physical activity in healthy adults. However, other studies about outdoor fitness equipment efficiency are needed. People living near to equipped areas are more likely to perform outdoor fitness than those who live further away. The most common training programs performed in green urban spaces included exercises with free and easy access, able to promote physical health and perception.
Alessia Grigoletto; Mario Mauro; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Vincenzo Iannuzzi; Davide Gori; Francesco Campa; Gianpiero Greco; Stefania Toselli. Impact of Different Types of Physical Activity in Green Urban Space on Adult Health and Behaviors: A Systematic Review. European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education 2021, 11, 263 -275.
AMA StyleAlessia Grigoletto, Mario Mauro, Pasqualino Maietta Latessa, Vincenzo Iannuzzi, Davide Gori, Francesco Campa, Gianpiero Greco, Stefania Toselli. Impact of Different Types of Physical Activity in Green Urban Space on Adult Health and Behaviors: A Systematic Review. European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education. 2021; 11 (1):263-275.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlessia Grigoletto; Mario Mauro; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Vincenzo Iannuzzi; Davide Gori; Francesco Campa; Gianpiero Greco; Stefania Toselli. 2021. "Impact of Different Types of Physical Activity in Green Urban Space on Adult Health and Behaviors: A Systematic Review." European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education 11, no. 1: 263-275.
The possible adverse health effects of reduced physical activity (PA) on children and adolescents have been extensively documented as a result of the global obesity epidemic. However, the research has sometimes led to controversial results, due to the different methods used for the assessment of PA. The main aim of this review was to evaluate the association between PA and body composition parameters based on quantitative PA studies using the same equipment (Actigraph accelerometer) and cutoffs (Evenson’s). A literature review was undertaken using PUBMED and Scopus databases. Subjects aged 6–15 were considered separately by sex. Weighted multiple regression analyses were conducted. From the analysis of fourteen selected articles, it emerged that 35.7% did not evaluate the association of sedentary time (ST) and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) with body composition, while the remaining 64.3% found a negative association of MVPA with BMI and fat mass with different trends according to sex. Furthermore, only 7.1% of these studies identified a positive association between ST and fat percentage. Based on the regression analyses conducted on the literature data, ST and MVPA were found to be significant predictors of body composition parameters, in addition to age and sex. Further studies using standardized methodologies to assess PA and body composition are needed. The inclusion of sex-disaggregated data may also be crucial to understand this phenomenon and to provide stronger evidence of the determinants of body composition in order to prevent the risk of obesity.
Emanuela Gualdi-Russo; Natascia Rinaldo; Stefania Toselli; Luciana Zaccagni. Associations of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Assessed by Accelerometer with Body Composition among Children and Adolescents: A Scoping Review. Sustainability 2020, 13, 335 .
AMA StyleEmanuela Gualdi-Russo, Natascia Rinaldo, Stefania Toselli, Luciana Zaccagni. Associations of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Assessed by Accelerometer with Body Composition among Children and Adolescents: A Scoping Review. Sustainability. 2020; 13 (1):335.
Chicago/Turabian StyleEmanuela Gualdi-Russo; Natascia Rinaldo; Stefania Toselli; Luciana Zaccagni. 2020. "Associations of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Assessed by Accelerometer with Body Composition among Children and Adolescents: A Scoping Review." Sustainability 13, no. 1: 335.
The accurate body composition assessment comprises several variables, causing it to be a time consuming evaluation as well as requiring different and sometimes costly measurement instruments. The aim of this study was to develop new equations for the somatotype prediction, reducing the number of normal measurements required by the Heath and Carter approach. A group of 173 male soccer players (age, 13.6 ± 2.2 years, mean ± standard deviation; body mass index, BMI, 19.9 ± 2.5 kg/m2), members of the academy of a professional Italian soccer team participating in the first division (Serie A), participated in this study. Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) was performed using the single frequency of 50 kHz and fat-free mass (FFM) was calculated using a BIA specific, impedance based equation. Somatotype components were estimated according to the Heath-Carter method. The participants were randomly split into development (n = 117) and validation groups (n = 56). New anthropometric and BIA based models were developed (endomorphy = −1.953 − 0.011 × stature2/resistance + 0.135 × BMI + 0.232 × triceps skinfold, R2 = 0.86, SEE = 0.28; mesomorphy = 6.848 + 0.138 × phase angle + 0.232 × contracted arm circumference + 0.166 × calf circumference − 0.093 × stature, R2 = 0.87, SEE = 0.40; ectomorphy = − 5.592 − 38.237 × FFM/stature + 0.123 × stature, R2 = 0.86, SEE = 0.37). Cross validation revealed R2 of 0.84, 0.80, and 0.87 for endomorphy, mesomorphy, and ectomorphy, respectively. The new proposed equations allow for the integration of the somatotype assessment into BIA, reducing the number of collected measurements, the instruments used, and the time normally required to obtain a complete body composition analysis.
Francesco Campa; Catarina N. Matias; Pantelis T. Nikolaidis; Henry Lukaski; Jacopo Talluri; Stefania Toselli. Prediction of Somatotype from Bioimpedance Analysis in Elite Youth Soccer Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 8176 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Catarina N. Matias, Pantelis T. Nikolaidis, Henry Lukaski, Jacopo Talluri, Stefania Toselli. Prediction of Somatotype from Bioimpedance Analysis in Elite Youth Soccer Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (21):8176.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Catarina N. Matias; Pantelis T. Nikolaidis; Henry Lukaski; Jacopo Talluri; Stefania Toselli. 2020. "Prediction of Somatotype from Bioimpedance Analysis in Elite Youth Soccer Players." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 21: 8176.
Easy-to-apply and quick methods for evaluate body composition are often preferred when assessing soccer teams. This study aimed to develop new equations for the somatotype quantification that would reduce the anthropometric measurements required by the Heath and Carter method, integrating the somatotype assessment to the bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). One hundred and seventy-six male elite soccer players (age 26.9 ± 4.5 years), registered in the Italian first division (Serie A), underwent anthropometric measurements and BIA. Endomorphy, mesomorphy, and ectomorphy were obtained according to the Heath and Carter method, while fat mass (FM) and fat free mass (FFM) estimated using a BIA-derived equation specific for athletes. The participants were randomly split into development (n = 117) and validation groups (n = 59, 1/3 of sample). The developed models including resistance2/stature, FM%, FFM, contracted arm and calf circumference, triceps, and supraspinal skinfolds had high predictive ability for endomorphy (R2 = 0.83, Standard Error of Estimate (SEE) = 0.16) mesomorphy (R2 = 0.80, SEE = 0.36), and ectomorphy (endomorphy (R2 = 0.87, SEE = 0.22). Cross validation revealed R2 of 0.80, 0.84, 0.87 for endomorphy, mesomorphy, and ectomorphy, respectively. The proposed strategy allows the integration of somatotype assessment to BIA in soccer players, reducing the number of instruments and measurements required by the Heath and Carter approach.
Francesco Campa; Tindaro Bongiovanni; Catarina N. Matias; Federico Genovesi; Athos Trecroci; Alessio Rossi; F. Marcello Iaia; Giampietro Alberti; Giulio Pasta; Stefania Toselli. A New Strategy to Integrate Heath–Carter Somatotype Assessment with Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis in Elite Soccer Player. Sports 2020, 8, 142 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Tindaro Bongiovanni, Catarina N. Matias, Federico Genovesi, Athos Trecroci, Alessio Rossi, F. Marcello Iaia, Giampietro Alberti, Giulio Pasta, Stefania Toselli. A New Strategy to Integrate Heath–Carter Somatotype Assessment with Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis in Elite Soccer Player. Sports. 2020; 8 (11):142.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Tindaro Bongiovanni; Catarina N. Matias; Federico Genovesi; Athos Trecroci; Alessio Rossi; F. Marcello Iaia; Giampietro Alberti; Giulio Pasta; Stefania Toselli. 2020. "A New Strategy to Integrate Heath–Carter Somatotype Assessment with Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis in Elite Soccer Player." Sports 8, no. 11: 142.
Background: Bioimpedance vector analysis (BIVA) is a widely used method based on the interpretation of raw bioimpedance parameters to evaluate body composition and cellular health in athletes. However, several variables contribute to influencing BIVA patterns by militating against an optimal interpretation of the data. This study aims to explore the association of morphological characteristics with bioelectrical properties in volleyball, soccer, and rugby players. Methods: 164 athletes belonging to professional teams (age 26.2 ± 4.4 yrs; body mass index (BMI) 25.4 ± 2.4 kg/m2) underwent bioimpedance and anthropometric measurements. Bioelectric resistance (R) and reactance (Xc) were standardized for the athlete’s height and used to plot the vector in the R-Xc graph according to the BIVA approach. Total body water (TBW), phase angle (PhA), and somatotype were determined from bioelectrical and anthropometric data. Results: No significant difference (p > 0.05) for age and for age at the start of competition among the athletes was found. Athletes divided into groups of TBW limited by quartiles showed significant differences in the mean vector position in the R-Xc graph (p < 0.001), where a higher content of body fluids resulted in a shorter vector and lower positioning in the graph. Furthermore, six categories of somatotypes were identified, and the results of bivariate and partial correlation analysis highlighted a direct association between PhA and mesomorphy (r = 0.401, p < 0.001) while showing an inverse correlation with ectomorphy (r = −0.416, p < 0.001), even adjusted for age. On the contrary, no association was observed between PhA and endomorphy (r = 0.100, p = 0.471). Conclusions: Body fluid content affects the vector length in the R-Xc graph. In addition, the lateral displacement of the vector, which determines the PhA, can be modified by the morphological characteristics of the athlete. In particular, higher PhA values are observed in subjects with a high mesomorphic component, whereas lower values are found when ectomorphy is dominant.
Francesco Campa; Analiza M. Silva; Catarina N. Matias; Cristina P. Monteiro; Antonio Paoli; João Pedro Nunes; Jacopo Talluri; Henry Lukaski; Stefania Toselli. Body Water Content and Morphological Characteristics Modify Bioimpedance Vector Patterns in Volleyball, Soccer, and Rugby Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 6604 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Analiza M. Silva, Catarina N. Matias, Cristina P. Monteiro, Antonio Paoli, João Pedro Nunes, Jacopo Talluri, Henry Lukaski, Stefania Toselli. Body Water Content and Morphological Characteristics Modify Bioimpedance Vector Patterns in Volleyball, Soccer, and Rugby Players. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (18):6604.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Analiza M. Silva; Catarina N. Matias; Cristina P. Monteiro; Antonio Paoli; João Pedro Nunes; Jacopo Talluri; Henry Lukaski; Stefania Toselli. 2020. "Body Water Content and Morphological Characteristics Modify Bioimpedance Vector Patterns in Volleyball, Soccer, and Rugby Players." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 18: 6604.
Background: Children and adolescents should perform, according to the World Health Organization guidelines, at least 60 min of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per-day in order to avoid the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. The school represents a fundamental setting to conduct interventions to promote physical activity (PA) and contrast sedentary behaviors. Active breaks (ABs), bouts of 10 min of PA conducted inside the classroom, seem to be a good strategy to promote PA and improve classroom behavior. The aim of this study protocol is to describe the design and the assessment of the Imola Active Breaks I-MOVE study. Methods: The I-MOVE study is a school-based intervention trial, with a quasi-experimental design, performed in a primary school. It involves one experimental-group performing the intervention, focused on ABs, and one control-group. Nine main outcomes are evaluated: PA and sedentary behaviors; health related fitness; motor control development; dietary patterns; anthropometric evaluation; sociodemographic determinants; cognitive function; time-on-task behavior and quality of life. Conclusions: Results from the I-MOVE study will help to clarify the effects of incorporating ABs in the Italian school curriculum as a new public health strategy and an innovative school model oriented to the well-being of children and teachers for the best quality of school life.
Alice Masini; Marcello Lanari; Sofia Marini; Alessia Tessari; Stefania Toselli; Rita Stagni; Maria Cristina Bisi; Laura Bragonzoni; Davide Gori; Alessandra Sansavini; Andrea Ceciliani; Laura Dallolio. A Multiple Targeted Research Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Trial in Primary School Children Based on an Active Break Intervention: The Imola Active Breaks (I-MOVE) Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 6123 .
AMA StyleAlice Masini, Marcello Lanari, Sofia Marini, Alessia Tessari, Stefania Toselli, Rita Stagni, Maria Cristina Bisi, Laura Bragonzoni, Davide Gori, Alessandra Sansavini, Andrea Ceciliani, Laura Dallolio. A Multiple Targeted Research Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Trial in Primary School Children Based on an Active Break Intervention: The Imola Active Breaks (I-MOVE) Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (17):6123.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlice Masini; Marcello Lanari; Sofia Marini; Alessia Tessari; Stefania Toselli; Rita Stagni; Maria Cristina Bisi; Laura Bragonzoni; Davide Gori; Alessandra Sansavini; Andrea Ceciliani; Laura Dallolio. 2020. "A Multiple Targeted Research Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Trial in Primary School Children Based on an Active Break Intervention: The Imola Active Breaks (I-MOVE) Study." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 17: 6123.
This study analyzed the effects of the pyramidal resistance training (RT) system with two repetition zones on cardiovascular risk factors in older women (≥60 years old). Fifty-nine older women were randomly assigned in three groups: non-exercise control (CON, n = 19), narrow-pyramid system (NPR, n = 20), and wide-pyramid system (WPR, n = 20). Training was performed for eight weeks (eight exercises for the whole-body, 3x/week) in which NPR and WPR performed three sets of 12/10/8 and 15/10/5 repetitions, respectively. Regional body fat was estimated by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and blood parameters related to glycemic, lipid, and inflammatory profiles were assessed. After the training period, although no difference was observed for the magnitude of the changes between NPR and WPR, significant group by time interactions indicated benefits with RT compared to CON for reducing body fat (mainly android body fat; −7%) and improving glucose, HDL-C, LDL-C and C-reactive protein (p < 0.05). Composite z-score of cardiovascular risk, created by the average of the intervention effects on the outcomes, indicate similar responses between NPR and WPR, differing from CON (p < 0.001). Results indicate that both the repetition zones of the pyramidal RT reduced similarly the cardiovascular risk in older women.
Leandro Dos Santos; Alex S. Ribeiro; João Pedro Nunes; Crisieli M. Tomeleri; Hellen C. G. Nabuco; Matheus A. Nascimento; Paulo Sugihara Junior; Rodrigo R. Fernandes; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Danielle Venturini; Décio S. Barbosa; Luís B. Sardinha; Edilson S. Cyrino. Effects of Pyramid Resistance-Training System with Different Repetition Zones on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 6115 .
AMA StyleLeandro Dos Santos, Alex S. Ribeiro, João Pedro Nunes, Crisieli M. Tomeleri, Hellen C. G. Nabuco, Matheus A. Nascimento, Paulo Sugihara Junior, Rodrigo R. Fernandes, Francesco Campa, Stefania Toselli, Danielle Venturini, Décio S. Barbosa, Luís B. Sardinha, Edilson S. Cyrino. Effects of Pyramid Resistance-Training System with Different Repetition Zones on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (17):6115.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLeandro Dos Santos; Alex S. Ribeiro; João Pedro Nunes; Crisieli M. Tomeleri; Hellen C. G. Nabuco; Matheus A. Nascimento; Paulo Sugihara Junior; Rodrigo R. Fernandes; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Danielle Venturini; Décio S. Barbosa; Luís B. Sardinha; Edilson S. Cyrino. 2020. "Effects of Pyramid Resistance-Training System with Different Repetition Zones on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 17: 6115.
Bioelectrical impedance vector analysis (BIVA) and phase angle (PhA) have been widely used to monitor changes in health-related parameters in older adults, while resistance training (RT) is one of the potential strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of aging. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of the crescent pyramid RT system with two repetition zones on BIVA patterns and PhA. Fifty-five older women (≥60 years) were randomly assigned into three groups: control (CON, n = 18), narrow pyramid (NPR, n = 19), and wide pyramid (WPR, n = 18). The RT was performed for eight weeks, three times per week, in eight exercises for the whole body with three sets of 12/10/8 (NPR) or 15/10/5 repetitions (WPR). Bioimpedance spectroscopy (50 kHz frequency) was assessed. After the intervention period, both training groups showed significant changes in BIVA patterns compared to CON (p < 0.001); resistance decreased and reactance increased, which resulted in a BIVA-vector displacement over time (p < 0.001). Changes in PhA were greater for WPR (∆% = 10.6; effect size [ES] = 0.64) compared to NPR (∆% = 5.3; ES = 0.41) and CON (∆% = −6.4; ES = −0.40). The results suggest that the crescent pyramid RT system with both repetition zones (WPR and NPR) is effective for inducing improvements in BIVA patterns and PhA in older women, although WPR elicits greater increases in PhA than NPR.
Leandro Dos Santos; Alex Ribeiro; Luís Gobbo; João Nunes; Paolo Cunha; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Brad Schoenfeld; Luís Sardinha; Edilson Cyrino. Effects of Resistance Training with Different Pyramid Systems on Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, Body Composition, and Cellular Health in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Sustainability 2020, 12, 6658 .
AMA StyleLeandro Dos Santos, Alex Ribeiro, Luís Gobbo, João Nunes, Paolo Cunha, Francesco Campa, Stefania Toselli, Brad Schoenfeld, Luís Sardinha, Edilson Cyrino. Effects of Resistance Training with Different Pyramid Systems on Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, Body Composition, and Cellular Health in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (16):6658.
Chicago/Turabian StyleLeandro Dos Santos; Alex Ribeiro; Luís Gobbo; João Nunes; Paolo Cunha; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Brad Schoenfeld; Luís Sardinha; Edilson Cyrino. 2020. "Effects of Resistance Training with Different Pyramid Systems on Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, Body Composition, and Cellular Health in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial." Sustainability 12, no. 16: 6658.
Background: Resistance training improves health in obese and overweight people. However, it is not clear what is the optimal weekly resistance training frequency and the most efficacious training protocol on body composition, cardiometabolic risk factors, and handgrip strength (HS). The aim of this study was to determine the effects of a supervised structured 24 week resistance training program on obese and overweight women. Methods: Forty-five women (BMI 37.1 ± 6.3 kg/m2; age 56.5 ± 0.7 years) were randomly assigned to one of two groups: a group with a high weekly training frequency of three times a week (HIGH) and a group that performed it only once a week (LOW). Cardiometabolic risk factors, anthropometric and HS measures were taken before and after the intervention period. Results: A significant (p < 0.05) group by time interaction was observed for body weight, body mass index, waist circumference, fat mass, plasma glucose, plasma insulin, homeostatic model assessment, and for dominant and absolute HS. Additionally, only the HIGH group saw increased HS and decreased total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol after the intervention period (p < 0.05). The observed increase in HS was associated with an improved insulin resistance sensitivity (absolute handgrip strength: r = −0.40, p = 0.007; relative handgrip strength: r = −0.47, p = 0.001) after training, which constitutes an essential element for cardiovascular health. Conclusions: The results suggest that high weekly frequency training give greater benefits for weight loss and cardiometabolic risk factors improvement than a training program with a training session of once a week. Furthermore, the improvement of HS can be achieved with a high weekly frequency training.
Francesco Campa; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Gianpiero Greco; Mario Mauro; Paolo Mazzuca; Federico Spiga; Stefania Toselli. Effects of Different Resistance Training Frequencies on Body Composition, Cardiometabolic Risk Factors, and Handgrip Strength in Overweight and Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology 2020, 5, 51 .
AMA StyleFrancesco Campa, Pasqualino Maietta Latessa, Gianpiero Greco, Mario Mauro, Paolo Mazzuca, Federico Spiga, Stefania Toselli. Effects of Different Resistance Training Frequencies on Body Composition, Cardiometabolic Risk Factors, and Handgrip Strength in Overweight and Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology. 2020; 5 (3):51.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesco Campa; Pasqualino Maietta Latessa; Gianpiero Greco; Mario Mauro; Paolo Mazzuca; Federico Spiga; Stefania Toselli. 2020. "Effects of Different Resistance Training Frequencies on Body Composition, Cardiometabolic Risk Factors, and Handgrip Strength in Overweight and Obese Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial." Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology 5, no. 3: 51.
Background and aim: Monitoring bioelectric phase angle (PhA) provides important information on the health and the condition of the athlete. Together with the vector length, PhA constitutes the bioimpedance vector analysis (BIVA) patterns, and their joint interpretation exceeds the limits of the evaluation of the PhA alone. The present investigation aimed to monitor changes in the BIVA patterns during a training macrocycle in swimmers, trying to ascertain if these parameters are sensitive to training load changes across a 13-week training period. Methods: Twelve national and international level swimmers (four females; eight males; 20.9 ± 1.9 years; with a competitive swimming background of 11.3 ± 1.8 years; undertaking 16–20 h of pool training and 4–5 h of dry-land training per week and 822.0 ± 59.0 International Swimming Federation (FINA) points) were evaluated for resistance (R) and reactance (Xc) using a single frequency phase sensitive bioimpedance device at the beginning of the macrocycle (M1), just before the beginning of the taper period (M2), and just before the main competition of the macrocycle (M3). At the three-time assessment points, swimmers also performed a 50 m all-out first stroke sprint with track start (T50 m) while time was recorded. Results: The results of the Hotelling T2 test showed a significant vector displacement due to simultaneous R and Xc changes (p < 0.001), where shifting from top to bottom along the major axis of the R-Xc graph from M1 to M2 was observed. From M2 to M3, a vector displacement up and left along the minor axis of the tolerance ellipses resulted in an increase in PhA (p < 0.01). The results suggest a gain in fluid with a decrease in cellular density from M1 to M2 due to decrements in R and Xc. Nevertheless, the reduced training load characterizing taper seemed to allow for an increase in PhA and, most importantly, an increase of Xc, thus demonstrating improved cellular health and physical condition, which was concomitant with a significant increase in the T50 m performance (p < 0.01). Conclusions: PhA, obtained by bioelectrical R and Xc, can be useful in monitoring the condition of swimmers preparing for competition. Monitoring BIVA patterns allows for an ecological approach to the swimmers’ health and condition assessment without resorting to equations to predict the related body composition variables.
Joana F. Reis; Catarina N. Matias; Francesco Campa; José P. Morgado; Paulo Franco; Pedro Quaresma; Nuno Almeida; Dalia Curto; Stefania Toselli; Cristina P. Monteiro. Bioimpedance Vector Patterns Changes in Response to Swimming Training: An Ecological Approach. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 4851 .
AMA StyleJoana F. Reis, Catarina N. Matias, Francesco Campa, José P. Morgado, Paulo Franco, Pedro Quaresma, Nuno Almeida, Dalia Curto, Stefania Toselli, Cristina P. Monteiro. Bioimpedance Vector Patterns Changes in Response to Swimming Training: An Ecological Approach. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (13):4851.
Chicago/Turabian StyleJoana F. Reis; Catarina N. Matias; Francesco Campa; José P. Morgado; Paulo Franco; Pedro Quaresma; Nuno Almeida; Dalia Curto; Stefania Toselli; Cristina P. Monteiro. 2020. "Bioimpedance Vector Patterns Changes in Response to Swimming Training: An Ecological Approach." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 13: 4851.
Background: accurate prognostic tools are relevant for decision-making in cancer care. Objective measures, such as bioelectrical impedance (BI), have the potential to improve prognostic accuracy for these patients. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate whether phase angle (PhA) derived from the electrical properties of the body tissues is a predictor of muscular strength in breast cancer survivors (BCS). Methods: a total of 41 BCS (age 54.6 ± 9.2 years) were evaluated. PhA, obtained at frequency 50 kHz, was assessed with BI spectroscopy, and muscular strength with a handgrip dynamometer. Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Measurements were performed in the morning after an overnight fast. Results: linear regression analysis showed that PhA accounted for 22% (r2 = 0.22) of muscular strength variance. PhA remained a borderline predictor of muscular strength variance independently of age and MVPA. Conclusions: the findings of this study suggest that PhA is a significant predictor of maximal forearm isometric strength and a potential indicator of disease-related functionality in BCS.
Catarina N. Matias; Joana Cavaco-Silva; Mafalda Reis; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Luís Sardinha; Analiza M. Silva. Phase Angle as a Marker of Muscular Strength in Breast Cancer Survivors. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 2020, 17, 4452 .
AMA StyleCatarina N. Matias, Joana Cavaco-Silva, Mafalda Reis, Francesco Campa, Stefania Toselli, Luís Sardinha, Analiza M. Silva. Phase Angle as a Marker of Muscular Strength in Breast Cancer Survivors. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2020; 17 (12):4452.
Chicago/Turabian StyleCatarina N. Matias; Joana Cavaco-Silva; Mafalda Reis; Francesco Campa; Stefania Toselli; Luís Sardinha; Analiza M. Silva. 2020. "Phase Angle as a Marker of Muscular Strength in Breast Cancer Survivors." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 12: 4452.