Anthropometric Changes in Soccer Players : A Literature Review

Author(s)	Dr. Jagannath Rakshit
Country	India
Abstract	This literature review explores the anthropometric changes in soccer players due to regular training, focusing on body composition, muscle mass, and linear measurements. Key findings indicate significant reductions in body fat percentage and increases in lean muscle mass, particularly in the lower body, enhancing performance and health. While height is generally unaffected, weight tends to increase from muscle hypertrophy. Differences across competitive levels show professionals with lower body fat and higher muscle mass compared to amateurs and youth players. Gender differences reveal greater muscle mass increases in males and more significant fat reductions in females. The review underscores the importance of tailored training and nutrition strategies, calling for further longitudinal studies to understand long-term effects. These insights aim to optimise training and improve the performance of soccer players.
Keywords	Anthropometric Changes, Soccer Players, Body Composition, Muscle Mass, Training Effects.
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-20
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.71662

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