[The use of component analysis for assessing the physical development of men].

Abstract

A physical development is regarded as somatic equivalent of capacity for physical work. Two integrative indexes of size and shape of body have been revealed using the component analysis. It is possible to estimate their values for length, weight and chest circumference. The influence of subcutaneous fat on the indexes of size and shape is removed using the linear regression. A conclusion on the type of physical development may be made on the basis of their combination.