1 Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring AssessorsMichigan High School Athletic Association 1661 Ramblewood Drive East Lansing, MI 48823
2 Primary Michigan Wrestling Weight Monitoring PersonnelMichigan High School Athletic Association Phone (517)
3 In-Service Content Introductions and Agenda Components of the WWMPBody Composition Assessment Procedure for “Alpha Weigh-In”
4 In-Service Content Changes from last year Questions and answersLAB – practical assessment of athletes Test and evaluation There is no Test or Evaluation for those that attend the Skin Fold Assessors clinic host AT the MHSAA building.
5 REMINDERS Wrestlers will be allowed to compete at their approved lowest minimum weight during an appeal for a lower weight. Wrestlers will be allowed to begin losing 1.5% immediately following the Alpha Weigh-In. It does not matter if they plan to appeal or not. Established Jan. 15 as the LAST date for hydrostatic/DXA appeals. Established a 48-hour wait period for all wrestlers that fail the specific gravity test for both skinfold and hydrostatic/DXA assessments and appeals.
6 Healthy Training Emphasis should be placed on training – NOT weight loss Emphasis on lifelong healthy living Consequences of dehydration
7 Training the Coach NWCA Basic Concepts of Weight Management and Nutritional Guidelines Seminar to educate the coaches on healthy eating habits, safe weight loss techniques and dangers of improper weight loss.
8 Educating the Athlete & ParentVideo Individual program presentations NWCA web based Nutrition/Weight Management program
9 National Wrestling Coaches Association (office)
10 Why the Michigan Weight Monitoring Program?Safe Participation Healthy Athletes Best Practices
11 American Medical Association - 1972Position on weight loss in wrestling Advising against dehydration to “make weight” Warning against food restriction
12 American College of Sports Medicine 1976- Position paper on making weight - in wrestling - Advising against the use of - dehydration, sauna, and heat to lose weight
13 Components of the ProgramNutrition Education Program Regulations Assessor In-Service
14 Regulation – Body Fat LimitsSkinfold assessment in HYDRATED state Minimum of 7% - males Minimum of 12% - females
15 Weight Monitoring AssessorsSkinfold Assessor In-Service Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring Assessors
16 Skinfold Assessor In-Service- Knowledge of MHSAA WWMP - Professional judgement - Valid assessment of body - composition for wrestlers “Wrestling Weight Monitoring Program” – BLUE FORM.
17 Assessor Candidate EligibilityPhysicians, MD or DO Physicians Assistant Nurse Practitioner RN, LPN Certified Athletic Trainer Physical Therapist Nutritionist Health Educator, Exercise Physiologist Most skin fold assessors are Athletic Trainers…
18 Training the Skinfold Instructor (cont’d)Produce professional skinfold assessors Experience and background check Theory and practical exposure Required registration fee Small fee charged to become an assessor, but can easily make it back if you charge to do assesments.
19 of the Skinfold Assessor Weight Monitoring AssessorsResponsibilities of the Skinfold Assessor Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring Assessors
20 Roles & Responsibilities of the Skinfold AssessorProviding a service to member schools of the MHSAA Model for young athletes Regard for “right to privacy” (HIPAA / FERPA) Confidentiality of information Be sure that you do not violate any HIPPA or FERPA laws. HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy ACT
21 Responsibilities of the Skinfold AssessorMaintain current registration Contract with school prior to Alpha Weigh-In Fee for service - no more than $5.00 per athlete Arrive Early Enter data online (www.trackwrestling.com) using your assessor password Serve as the resident “expert” Encouraged to “stay current” MUST be registered with the MHSAA. Encourgaged to stay “CURRENT”. If you miss a year, need “Face to Face” meeting again.
22 Responsibilities of the Skinfold AssessorLange or Harpenden skinfold calipers Assess and record each of the three (3) measurements to the nearest mm, for each site Greater than 3 mm difference will be returned Record skinfold measurements for data entry Let us know if you are using a different type of instrument. Measurements with greater than 3 millimeter difference will be returned.
23 Responsibilities of the Skinfold AssessorCheck all worksheets for accuracy BEFORE entering data online. If more than one (1) assessor is involved, make sure each wrestler is being entered online under the specific assessor’s username and password that assessed that wrestler.
24 of the Participating School Weight Monitoring AssessorsResponsibilities of the Participating School Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring Assessors
25 Responsibilities of the Participating SchoolContact a REGISTERED skinfold assessor Provide adult volunteers (preferably 5) for: 1. Check-In of Wrestlers (paper work) 2. Specific gravity (health professional) 3. Weigh-In 4. Skinfold measurement recording Wrestling coaching staff is EXCLUDED from ANY testing responsibilities or data entry.
26 Responsibilities of the Participating SchoolPurchase: Bayer Multistix 10SG (#2161) Supply weight monitoring “Data Forms” provided by the MHSAA (sample on next slide) Certified scales used for the “Alpha Weigh-In” (balance scales recorded up to nearest ¼ lb; digital 1/10 lb) Data forms on the next slide.
27 Responsibilities of the Participating SchoolComplete data worksheets (last page of the “Skinfold Assessor Handbook”) except for specific gravity and skinfold data Ensure that wrestlers are on time and prepared for assessment Last page of the Skinfold Assessor’s Handbook.
28 Responsibilities of the Participating SchoolPrepare wrestlers for Alpha Weigh-In: Undergarments / loose shorts & t-shirt Collection cups Secure private, controlled area for specific gravity assessment
29 Responsibilities of the Participating SchoolFEE guidelines Limit $5.00 per student Fewer than six (6) wrestlers assessed on single date, one (1) site, assessor permitted to charge mileage at current IRS rate OR $30.00 service fee This may be the case when an assessor has to “re-test” a few wrestlers.
30 Weight Monitoring AssessorsResponsibilities of the MHSAA Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring Assessors
31 Responsibilities of the MHSAAPrepare and register skinfold assessors Work with the NWCA/TrackWrestling in monitoring the website and entry of data Administrate all aspects of the hydro/DXA appeal process
32 Responsibilities of the MHSAAMaintain a file of hydrostatic/DXA weighings Maintain a file of “Physicians Clearance” Due Monday following Dec. 25 Field calls from assessors and wrestling coaches pertaining to WWMP
33 Conducting the “Alpha Weigh-In” (the Stations)1. Data completion form 2. Hydration status – specific gravity of urine 3. Weight 4. Skinfold measurement verification 5. Data verification & entry Boys below 7%, Girls below 12% must have submit the “Physicians Clearance” form to the MHSAA offices.
34 Hydration RequirementAthletes must be in a proper state of hydration to determine their correct alpha weight Students should not exercise before the Alpha Weigh-In Specific gravity assessment of the urine will determine whether the wrestler may participate in the skinfold measurement process MUST be hydrated. NO practice before ALPHA.
35 Hydration RequirementThis is simply a PASS / FAIL assessment Specific gravity >1.025g/ml is a FAILED test “Alpha Weigh-In” must be conducted before the athletes participate in that day’s practice or conditioning No sweaty (and possibly dehydrated) athletes!
36 Specific Gravity Assessment ProcedureProduct used: Bayer Multistix 10S (#2161) Make sure they include Specific Gravity Band #4 Check expiration date! Store in cool, dry place Other Supplies needed: Latex Free Gloves Collection Cups Biohazard Bags
37 Check expiration date at the top of labelDO NOT USE expired product
38 Specific Gravity Assessment ProcedureIt is helpful to cut off squares up to Specific Gravity section (“olive” section) to make dipping and reading easier Available from various sources, including Miotech Sport Medical Supply, Holt, MI (517) (Sundry Supplies Tab) Other sources available via Google
39 Hydration—Specific Gravity BandCUT HERE Cut Multistix between bands #4 & #5. We are only looking for PASS / FAIL. Hydration—Specific Gravity Band
40 Simplify the process! Cut the strip between band four (4) and five (5)This is the only band we will focus on Simplify the process! Cut the strip between band four (4) and five (5)
41 Dip Multistix and immediately remove from urine
42 Wipe excess urine on rim of container Air dry for 45 seconds a. Wipe excess urine on rim of container b. Air dry for seconds c. Match band color with gravity band on bottle Wipe excess urine on rim of container Air dry for 45 seconds Match band color with gravity band on bottle
43 Compare the Multistix with the specific gravity band on the bottleREMEMBER – simply looking for PASS / FAIL. Simply looking for PASS / FAIL Must Read <1.025
44 Specific Gravity Assessment Procedure (cont’d)Instruct athletes to drink 6-10 glasses of water daily for 2-3 days PRIOR to this test Don’t go over board with water the “day of” as it may throw of actual weight Instruct athletes to urinate at least 1-2 times during the day PRIOR to this test to prevent urine from becoming too concentrated Remind wrestlers to not go over board as it may throw off their actual weight for weigh-ins.
45 Specific Gravity AssessmentSchool volunteers control the environment Provide collection cup for one athlete at a time Athlete enters a secured area, one at a time Athlete collects a midstream sample & holds OWN specimen during test
46 Specific Gravity AssessmentTest: Dip Multistix and remove immediately holding horizontally Hold horizontal, wait 45 seconds and then compare to color strip Continue with skinfold assessment if SG <1.025 (passing) NO weight or skinfolds if SG >1.025 Athlete: empty cup in toilet, cup in waste receptacle
47 Weight Monitoring AssessorsTechnical Information Program For Wrestling Weight Monitoring Assessors
48 Body Composition Prediction MethodsBioelectric Impedance - Analysis (BIA) Skeletal Anthropometric - Widths (SAW) Near Infa-Red (NIR) Computed Tomographs (CT scan) Bod Pod Hydrostatic Weighing (HW) Skinfold Assessment (SF) Better but EXPENSIVE. We use this
49 Body Composition Prediction MethodsComparison of Methods Considerations Cost Availability Time Validity Reliability Why Skinfold Assessment?
50 Body Composition PredictionSkinfold Assessment Terminology Total Body Weight (TBW) Body Density (BD) Lean Body Mass (LBM) Percent Body Fat (%BF)
51 Body Composition PredictionLean Body Mass (LBM) Muscle mass Bone mass Provides for activity Support structure Use and production of blood
52 Body Composition PredictionBody Fat = (BF) Essential fat Non-essential fat Insulates Padding for organs End of the day, this is what we are looking for: Lowest Minimum Weight.
53 Body Composition PredictionSkinfold Assessment Terminology (cont’d) Fat Weight (FW) Minimum Wrestling Weight (MWW) Optimal Body Weight (OBW)
54 Body Composition PredictionSkinfold Assessment Terminology (cont’d) Minimum Weight Regression Equation(s) Population Specificity Biological Variability Technical Variability Reliability Validity
55 Skinfold Assessment StandardsStandard Instruments Caliper standard Lange or Harpenden Site Location Scale Certification Standard Hydration
56 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSite Selection and Identification Anatomical Position RIGHT Side Assessment Site Identification Triceps Subscapular Abdominal Site Rotation across sites TRI 1 4 7 SUB 2 5 8 ABD 3 6 9
57 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSites Identify & mark sites (RIGHT) Palpate site gently Elevate skinfold & fat under it Use thumb and index finger of LEFT hand
58 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSkinfold Sites (RIGHT side – rotate across) Triceps = vertical, posterior mid-way between the AC joint and elbow olecranon process and mid-way between the medial and lateral tissue of the triceps (|) Subscapular = diagonal axis one cm below inferior angle of scapula (\) Abdominal = vertical, anterior 3 cm lateral & cm below the umbilicus (|)
59 Skinfold Assessment StandardsTRICEPS Vertical Posterior mid-way between AC joint and elbow olecranon process Mid-way between medial and lateral tissue of triceps
60 Skinfold Assessment StandardsTRICEPS Vertical Posterior mid-way between AC joint and elbow olecranon process Mid-way between medial and lateral tissue of triceps
61 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSUBSCAPULAR Diagonal fold taken 1cm below the inferior angle of the scapula Note: RIGHT SIDE
62 Skinfold Assessment StandardsMeasure & Mark ABDOMINAL 3 cm lateral to naval 1cm inferior Vertical fold Pre cut a sheet (Jig) to save time. No abdominal reading for FEMALES (Only Triceps and Subscapula…
63 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSite Determined ABDOMINAL 3 cm lateral to naval 1cm inferior Vertical fold
64 Skinfold Assessment StandardsPinch with LEFT hand VERTICALLY. Caliper in RIGHT hand BELOW Left hand. Skinfold Assessment Standards Measurement ABDOMINAL 3 cm lateral to naval 1cm inferior Vertical fold Pinch with LEFT hand (VERTICALLY). Caliper in RIGHT hand BELOW Left Hand.
65 Skinfold Assessment StandardsTRICEPS Perpendicular Caliper Orientation to site (+) Parallel skinfolds Calipers in right hand
66 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSUBSCAPULAR Same mechanics (will not be truly vertical…)
67 Skinfold Assessment StandardsAvoid parallax error by looking straight on at the skinfold caliper’s measurement scale Follow natural cleavage of skinfold Parallax is a displacement or difference in the apparent position of an object viewed along two different lines of sight, and is measured by the angle or semi-angle of inclination between those two lines. The term is derived from the Greek word παράλλαξις (parallaxis), meaning "alteration". FYI: Parallax is a displacement or difference in the apparent position of an object viewed along two different lines of sight, and is measured by the angle or semi-angle of inclination between those two lines. The term is derived from the Greek word παράλλαξις (parallaxis), meaning "alteration".
68 Skinfold Assessment StandardsCaliper jaws placed midway between body and crest of skinfold Caliper perpendicular to skinfold Read caliper between 2-4 seconds after releasing thumb pressure from caliper while maintaining skinfold grasp Get a good pinch!
69 Skinfold Assessment StandardsRead measurement from caliper to the nearest 0.5mm Have assistant record your measurements Rotate to next site Return to same site to obtain subsequent measures normally within 0.5mm of previous one BUT less than and not equal to 3mm variance
70 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Angle of calipers (should be perpendicular)
71 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Holding to long to read (2-4 seconds)
72 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Vertical measurement Wrong Side of navel Horizontal fold
73 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Insufficient tissue Wrong hand
74 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Left hand BELOW calipers
75 Skinfold Assessment StandardsImproper Method! Vertical measurement NOT used for subscapular measurement.
76 Skinfold Assessment StandardsSites (cont’d) Differences greater than 3mm will NOT be accepted by the website Assessors will maintain all original data sheets in a secure location for one (1) calendar year
77 Skinfold Assessment CalculationsLOHMAN Equation for Body Density BD= [ (sumSFx )]+[(sumSF)2x ] sumSF=TricepsSF+SubscapularSF+AbdominalSF (each skinfold value is an average of the three recorded) carry out calculations to five places past the decimal e.g
78 Skinfold Assessment CalculationsBrozek Equation for Body Fat from Body Density % BF = (457 / BD) - (414.2) carry out calculations to two places past the decimal e.g %
79 Skinfold Assessment Calculations - MaleMinimum Wrestling 7% MWW = ([1-(%BF/100)] x TBW) / (.93) Alternate method Fat Weight (FW) = TBW x (%BF/100) Lean Body Mass (LBM) = TBW - FW MWW = LBM / .93
80 Skinfold Assessment Calculations - FemaleBoileau Equation for %Body Fat %BF=[1.35x(sumSF)] -[0.012x(sumSF)2] sumSF= Triceps SF + Subscapular SF (each skinfold value is an average of the three recorded) MWW (females) = LBM / .88
81 Skinfold Assessment CalculationsSample Calculation For Male Triceps= 4, Subscap= 5.2, Abdominal= 6.8 sum SF = 16 BD=[ (16 x )]+[(16)2 x ] BD= %BF=(457/BD) = 7.2%
82 The Appeal Process – Step 1 Reassessment by Original Assessor Step 1 may be bypassed and only Step 2 performed Reassessment by SAME assessor Completed within 14 days of “Alpha Weigh-In” Reassessment data entered online by SAME assessor! Includes reassessment of Hydration Most advantageous to asses near the 14th day. No EXTRA days! Assesor may “enter” after the 14th day, but wrestler should not compete at the new weight until it goes through and is posted on Track.
83 The Appeal Process – Step 2 Hydrostatic/DXA Weighing Hydrostatic/DXA Results are FINAL and BINDINGSchool files “Hydrostatic/DXA Weighing Proposal” prior to testing Hydro/DXA appeal ends JAN 15th. Facilities approved by MHSAA (www.mhsaa.com) Currently six (6) facilities listed
84 The Appeal Process – Step 2 Hydrostatic/DXA Weighing Hydrostatic/DXA Results are FINAL and BINDING14 day appeal period starts on the day following the original “Alpha Weigh-In” attempt 1.5% weight reduction allowed days 1-14 Hydrostatic/DXA weighing option ends on JAN 15th!
85 TRACKWRESTLING ONLINE PROGRAMUpon successful completion of this course, MHSAA/TrackWrestling will each assessor their user ID and password. ONLY the registered assessor shall input data and use their ID and password DO NOT SHARE YOUR PASSWORD WITH ANYONE! Keep a hard copy (worksheets) for your records (for one calendar year) and as a means of backup. Worksheets are available at MHSAA.com.
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87 Logging In Assessor Login ID Assessor Password
88 Click On Optimal Performance Calculator
89 Click “Login” beside 2016-17 High School BoysLogin Page Click “Login” beside High School Boys
90 Login Page Enter Username and Password**These may be changed once you are logged in**
91 List of schools that you are able to assess will appearAssessor Dashboard List of schools that you are able to assess will appear Select here or search here You can also “SEARCH” here…
92 Select / Search School If you use “SEARCH”
93 Select and Click on School
94 Entering Data Name, Grade and Gender Date of AssessmentUrine specific gravity Alpha body weight Skinfold measurements Percent Body Fat (BIA)
95 Female Wrestlers Click on the “Add Female” wrestler link of the initial assessment Step 1. ONLY the triceps and subscapular skinfolds will be entered (for a total of six (6) measurements). Minimal wrestling weight will be calculated at 12%.
96 Entering Assessments Select “Weight Management”Then select “Add Transaction”
97 Confirm if “PRACTICE” or “LIVE” TransactionEntering Assessments Confirm if “PRACTICE” or “LIVE” Transaction May change to “PRACTICE” if you so choose. Reminder: Coach or AD may import last years roster.
98 Click on “Add Assessment”Assessment Form – Step 1 Click on “Add Assessment”
99 Select wrestler from the drop down menuAssessment Form – Step 2 Select wrestler from the drop down menu
100 Assessment Form – Step 2 Coach or AD may import roster from previous year Add new wrestler if not in the drop down menu
101 Pops up if wrestler has not passed hydrationAssessment Form – Step 3 Enter assessment date and if passed hydration test Pops up if wrestler has not passed hydration Would not enter a wrestler that has not passes hydration.
102 Is this a Male or a Female?Assessment Form – Step 4 Enter body fat measurements Is this a Male or a Female? How do you know? ? You can tell this is a MALE as there are NINE (9) boxes. FEMALES will only have SIX (6) boxes to mark. TAB is the fastest way to move from box to box.
103 Assessment Form – Step 5 Calculations: Final Calculations – Click “Next Wrestler” or “Finish”
104 Assessment Form – Step 6AClick on “Finish” when completing all assessments – suggested to hit close to review assessments BEFORE committing By committing, it basically means that you are not lying and truthful in regards to the data submitted.
105 Assessment Form – Step 6BReview assessments and then click on confirm – RED clock means pending – If there is an “error”, click on the wrestler’s name to edit the assessment PRIOR to confirming.
106 Assessment Form - ErrorEdit the assessment form – Click “save” and then recalculate
107 Assessment Form – Step 6CConfirm “commit” transaction This is the FINAL step to submit data This is your FINAL step!
108 Assessment Form – Step 6DAssessments are confirmed Status turns to GREEN when confirmed
109 Individual Weight Loss Plan- Access from roster or alpha master report - Click on “SCALE” Icon - Coach or AD supplies information to the athlete.
110 Individual Weight Loss PlanKids can access their individual weight loss plan…
111 Alpha Master Report This is the form the coaches share with one another.
112 Let’s Review Remember: Plan ahead & Call ahead School provides helpAccuracy of Skinfolds Skinfold Assessment MAX - $5.00 per athlete You will be the EXPERT!
113 Michigan High School Athletic Association1661 Ramblewood Drive East Lansing, MI 48823 (517)