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Anthropometrica is a core textbook of anthropometry human body measurement for sports science and human movement courses with applications in ergonomics.psychology nutrition physiology and other health subjects. The techniques described are used in the Australian Sports Commission anthropometry accreditation courses. Trainers and fitness leaders in sports centres and gymnasia will also find it a practical and useful tool in assessing their clients. Profusely illustrated with high quality photographs and diagrams and supported by tables and graphs of data with comprehensive bibliographies Anthropometrica is a ground -breaking work which will help to establish standardisation of measurement and a basic anthropometric profile. As well as meticulously describing measurement techniques it covers the interpretation and analysis of data and just as importantly the applications of anthropometry in psychology ergonomics and health as well as in exercise and sports. About the Author Kevin Norton is Associate Professor and Head of the School of Physical Education. Exercise and Sport Studies at the University of South Australia. Adelaide. Previously. He was director of the Human Bioenergetics Laboratory at the University of New South Wales. He completed a Bed and MA at The Flinders University of South Australia and a PhD at the University of Georgia. His main research interests have been cardiovascular and respiratory responses to exercise testing elite athletes and the application of anthropometry to sport. Tim Olds is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Physical Education Exercise and Sport Studies at the University of South Australia. He has a PhD in French Studies from the University of Sydney and a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of New South Wales. His main research interests are mathematical modeling applied to exercise science. Anthropometry and physical activity in children.