Author(s): Sreejisha PK and Rasmina Basheer

Abstract:
The present study’s objective was to determine the relationship between simple reaction time and body composition. The study included 25 children of age 9-12 years who were living in and around Mangalore. Simple reaction time was assessed using Ruler Drop Method and body composition was assessed using BMI and body fat percentage. Karl Pearson's Correlation Coefficient was used to find the relationship between reaction time and body composition. According to the results, reaction time have a weak positive correlation with BMI (r=0.24, p=0.24) and body fat percentage (r=0.3, p=0.13) which is statistically insignificant in children. Thus, it can be concluded that reaction time and body composition might have a statistical relationship in a larger population therefore more studies on this topic are required.

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