Body composition and countermovement jump performance in healthy women: A cross-sectional observational study

Key Points

• Countermovement jump performance is significantly associated with various aspects of body composition, particularly fat and muscle mass, indicating importance for athletic performance.
• The study finds that greater muscle mass enhances jump performance, while higher fat percentage may reduce it, emphasizing the role of body composition in athletic capabilities.
• Cross-sectional observational study conducted with healthy women, assessing body composition through standard measurement techniques and performance via countermovement jumps.
• Findings support the need for tailored training programs focusing on body composition to improve jump performance in athletic contexts.