‘World’s gone mad’: Greats fume as AFL declares ‘end of skinfold testing’ for draftees

AFL clubs will reportedly no longer be permitted to conduct skinfold testing on prospective draftees , in another step towards prioritising player mental health .

While skinfold tests themselves are an old-fashioned measure of body fat percentage it will give teams less information on player fitness - and ensure players are not ‘fat shamed’. “Body weights will only be measured by qualified High Performance/Sport Scientists, Sports Dietitians, or Medical Practitioners, in a safe and private setting. All data collected must be kept private.”

“But the end of skinfolds did raise the eyebrow of some clubs who think there are some reasons you do skinfolds other than body-shaming players about their weight.”

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