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Large (superoptimal) fat-free mass and body cell mass compartments are the hallmark of athletes - the source of high function, strength, and endurance. In response to training, the well-nourished body responds by adding tissue to these compartments.

A progressive increase in fat-free mass, body cell mass, and phase angle are associated with increasing physical performance.

References:
Position of the American Dietetic Association, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine. Nutrition and athletic performance. Journal of American Dietetic Association, 2000;100:1543-1556.
Chapman R, et al. Body composition testing of athletes in the field using bioelectric impedance analysis. Alaska Med., 1992 Apr-Jun;34(2):87-90,95.
Fornetti WC, et al. Reliability and validity of body composition measures in female athletes. Journal of Applied Physiology, 1999 Sep;87(3):1114-22.
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