How can being overweight affect sporting performance?

Answer 1

Strength is a key component of sports performance because it is an essential element within these competitions. Individual skill and ability, which are also essential, are enhanced by physical strength. Let's look at some examples that speak to strength, but also to "balance" in strength. When we look at weight lifting, we find a classic sport that depends on physical strength. The greater the leg and upper body strength of the weight lifter, the better his performance. The stronger of two weight lifters who are of equal size and ability will be able to lift heavier weights. There is a simple correlation. If we consider the high jump, technique is critical, but so is leg strength. Two individuals of the same height and ability will jump equally well, but the one with the greater leg strength will jump higher. The participants in this event will do some weight training. But will not being trying to lift huge weights as they do not need great upper body strength. The extra mass of "big arms" will not help with the high jump, and can actually limit performance. Athletes do some strength training aimed at areas of weakness, and do so in "balance" to insure they keep their sport in mind. The weight lifter and the high jumper will have broadly different weight training goals, but will both be attempting to gain muscle mass (strength) that improves their performance in their area of speciality. The decathlon athlete will also strength train, but will have to take care in selecting target areas as s/he is competing in such a wide variety of events. In every case, strength will generally equate to improved sports performance.

Answer 2

bro if yu fat in most cases yu not gunnna be good at sports

You will not have that much energy and loose your breath easily. na man cause if yur fat yur gna b REALLY bad at sport bruv lol.

Answer 3

Underweight people do not have the energy reserves to sustain physical exertion for extended periods of time.

Some sports are known for rather lightweight competitors, such as long distance and marathon runners.

Answer 4

rfo93r'pfv34iPerformance enhancers, like steroids and other forms of doping, have a negative effect on long-term health. For then users of these enhancers are hurting themselves in the long run without on the average improving their short-term rewards from athletic competition, as long as competitors also use harmful enhancers. This is the main rationale for trying to ban steroids and other forms of doping from athletic competitions.

Answer 5

Your body will be getting less nutrients so.you will be weaker,tired and your body will have.less protection from impact, if playing a high contact sport you may be more susceptible to fractures and breaks.

Answer 6

Food is your main source of energy. You need energy to perform any type of activity. It takes energy to put forth an effort in any sport. A poor diet can make you weak, and cause you to not be as focused.

Answer 7

it doesnt