ABSTRACT Introduction: Although competitiveness rises progressively increases according to age groups, players must stand out in their playing position at all ages win a spot on National Teams. The differences among match physical and technical demands could also influence which anthropometrical aspects would be most importantly considered for Team selection. Objectives: This study aimed descri...

INTRODUCTION Atherosclerosis represents a disease that begins in childhood, and alterations in lipid concentration play a fundamental role in the development of this condition. OBJECTIVE To evaluate which of the currently applied obesity parameters (the body index mass, the percentage of body fat, the waist circumference and the upper arm fat area) can predict the risk for dyslipidemia in Bra...