How to Use body composition in a Sentence

body composition

noun
  • However, Dulaney-Cripe said using a DEXA scan would have been a more accurate way to measure body composition.
    — Currie Engel, HEALTH, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Hormonal and physiological changes that come with age can affect body composition, bone health and recovery, Torres said, but that doesn’t mean people should shy away from challenging workouts.
    — Olivia Laborde, AJC.com, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Better sensors may contribute to that progress, but improving how energy expenditure is estimated across people with different body compositions may be just as important.
    — Jason Kostrna, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Suazo said people who improve their nutrition may begin noticing changes within several weeks, although results can vary based on factors including diet, activity level and starting body composition.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • But differences in the wearers’ body composition, fitness, movement efficiency and physiological responses to exercise can all affect that prediction.
    — Jason Kostrna, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026

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