Date of Graduation
Summer 2016
Degree
Master of Science in Health Promotion and Wellness Management
Department
Public Health and Sports Medicine
Committee Chair
Scott Richmond
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine whether anthropometric factors have an effect on overall performance in rock climbing between three different difficulties of rock walls. Fourteen, recreational rock climbers participated in this study (Age- 21.93+/-2.62y, Height- 176.8+/-11.1cm, Weight- 73.4+/-18.7kgs, % Fat- 21.02 +/- 6.41, BMI- 23.36+/-4.59). The anthropometric tests included: push-ups, sit-ups, pull-ups, vertical jump, and sit and reach. Immediately following these tests, the participants climbed the three different rock walls for approximately 10 minutes. The data collected is represented through the average number of climbs, distance traveled, and an RPE scale, to determine overall performance. A stepwise regression test showed some anthropometric variables were significant predictor on climbing success. However, the specific anthropometric variables differed based on the level of difficulty of the wall.
Keywords
anthropometric factors, auto-belay, body composition, perceived exertion, performance, recreational rock climber, rock climbing, strength to weight ratio
Subject Categories
Health and Medical Administration
Copyright
© Ryan T. Mitchell
Recommended Citation
Mitchell, Ryan T., "Determining The Impact Of Anthropometric Factors On Rock Climbing Performance" (2016). MSU Graduate Theses. 2970.
https://bearworks.missouristate.edu/theses/2970
