Hand Grip Strength as a Marker of Physical Fitness and Its Association to Body Symmetry in Young Adults: An Anthropological Approach

• DOI: 10.30613/curesosc.1195115
• Publication Date: 2023-05-27T12:52:31Z
• Authors: Berna ERTUĞRUL ÖZ...; Muhammet Fatih AYDIK
• Keywords: Fluctuating asymmetry; Hand strength; Body height; Lower body

Some research in the field of anthropology provides some evidence that higher hand grip strength and a symmetrical body are reliable indicators health fitness. In this study, we consider relationship between these two healthy young individuals. 185 university students (87 males 97 females) were examined. addition to weight height students, eight bilateral traits measured with an accuracy 0.01 mm evaluate their bodily symmetry, was determined dynamometer by applying Southampton protocol. The composite fluctuating asymmetry formula used standardize symmetries Analyzes show women have more structure lower scores than men. When effect mass index controlled, no correlation observed both sexes. As conclusion, contrary literature results, it is seen there significant which accepted as physical addition, our findings support view not indicator predict individual's fitness developmental quality.