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The aim of the study was to establish reference levels for assessing physical health among women participating in fitness programs based on selected anthropometric measurements. The researcher employed the descriptive method due to its suitability for the nature of the research problem. Measurements were applied to a sample of (114) women participating in fitness programs in Baghdad. The measurements included indicators such as Body Mass Index (BMI) and fat distribution ratios, which were statistically analyzed to extract normative levels. The results indicated the possibility of constructing accurate scientific reference levels based on anthropometric measurements, contributing to the objective assessment of physical health among women participating in fitness programs. These levels help diagnose physical status and clearly and practically classify health levels. The findings also revealed variability in anthropometric measurements and the possibility of classifying participants into different health levels. The extracted reference levels contributed to providing an objective tool for assessing physical health. The researcher recommends adopting these reference levels in fitness centers to develop training programs and improve women’s overall health.
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