3.1. Physical Characteristics of Participants
The variation in age, height and weight of participants recruited in this study is presented in Anthropometric measures of each volunteer were measured using manual scales, and habitual activity was determined using the Baecke Physical Activity Questionnaire. Vest weight worn by participants was equivalent to 15% of their bodyweight, and the bench height was set at 110% of participants’ lower leg length. Data are mean ± SD.