Dance-exercise and dietary habits impact on physical parameters in female college students
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This study aimed to compare the physical characteristics, body composition, and dietary preferences of female college students majoring in dance and those from non-dance disciplines, in order to identify potential differences linked to their distinct lifestyles and training backgrounds. This cross-sectional study analysed multiple parameters, including anthropometric measurements (height and BMI), body composition (BFM, VFL, VFA, BAI, WHR, and PBF), and foundational body components (TBW, protein, minerals, SLM, FFM, SMM, and BMR). Dance training history and weekly hours of physical activity were recorded. Dietary preferences were assessed through FFQ, focusing on the consumption of fruits, vegetables, dairy products, beverages, and alcohol. Dance majors were significantly taller (168.75 ± 3.83 cm) than non-dancers (165.03 ± 6.04 cm; p = .0033) and had lower BMI values (19.81 ± 1.69 vs. 21.96 ± 3.66; p = .0029). They also exhibited significantly lower values in fat-related indices compared to their non-dancer counterparts. No significant differences were found in foundational body composition measures between the two groups. Regarding dietary habits, dancers reported a frequent intake of yogurt, fruits, and vegetables, and preferred carbonated drinks, while consuming minimal amounts of alcohol. Non-dancers more commonly drink milk on a weekly basis, as well as a high intake of carbonated beverages, but similarly low alcohol consumption. Female dance majors differed significantly from non-dance majors in terms of height, fat-related indices, and dietary patterns. These discrepancies likely reflect the impact of long-term dance training and associated lifestyle factors on physical and nutritional profiles.
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