Changes in Skinfold Thicknesses and Body Fat in Ultra-endurance Cyclists

Conclusion: Cycling 600 km at ∼23 km/h led to a decrease in fat mass and in all skinfold thicknesses. The largest decrease in skinfold thickness was recorded for pectoral, abdominal, and thigh site. The decrease in abdominal skinfold thickness was negatively related to cycling speed. The body seems to reduce adipose subcutaneous fat during an ultra-endurance performance at the site of the thickest skinfold.

Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - September 28, 2012 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research