Resting energy expenditure in elite athletes: development of new predictive equations based on anthropometric variables and bioelectrical impedance analysis derived phase angle

• Main Authors: Maurizio Marra (Author), Olivia Di Vincenzo (Author), Iolanda Cioffi (Author), Rosa Sammarco (Author), Delia Morlino (Author), Luca Scalfi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2021-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background An accurate estimation of athletes' energy needs is crucial in diet planning to improve sport performance and to maintain an appropriate body composition. This study aimed to develop and validate in elite athletes new equations for estimating resting energy expenditure (REE) based on...