Publications

ISAK Manual

The ISAK Manual, the International Standards for Anthropometric Assessment, is the publication upon which the ISAK Accreditation Scheme is based. As well as being an integral part of the Accreditation Scheme, it is also a stand-alone publication:

Marfell-Jones, M., Olds, T., Stewart, A. and Carter, L., International standards for anthropometric assessment (2006). ISAK: Potchefstroom, South Africa.

The Manual defines (from previous definitions and descriptions from a series of classic textbooks and congresses throughout the twentieth century), sets of anthropometric landmarks and measurement variables whose use enables a comprehensive assessment of the size, shape and composition of the human body. It also provides comprehensive technique guidelines and equipment recommendations. The standardisation provided by the Manual facilitates both national and international data comparison and aggregation, resulting in a quantum enhancement of our breadth of knowledge of human morphology.

This Manual is, therefore, the cornerstone of all practical tuition in the ISAK Anthropometry Accreditation Scheme and, as such, is required for all ISAK anthropometrists, both trainees and trained.

The manual is given out as part of all ISAK accredited courses. Course organisers and/or examiners, please e-mail the supplier closest to you to order copies of the manual. It is suggested that you do so at least one month before an intended course to ensure that the manuals arrive in time.

Manuals may also be purchased by individuals or organisations. Please e-mail the supplier closest to you to order copies.

English Edition:

Mike Marfell-Jones - New Zealand
Tim Olds - Australia
Bill Ross - USA and Canada
Francis Holway - Latin America
Arthur Stewart - UK
Isabel Fragoso - Europe
Hans De Ridder - South Africa
Anup Adhikari - India

Spanish Edition:

Miguel Albarran - South America
Francisco Esparza-Ros - Spain

There are also several other editions that are currently underway, including Farsi, Japanese, Korean and Portuguese.

Journals

JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCE: ISAK is officially affiliated with the Journal of Sports Sciences and all ISAK members are entitled to a special rate of Print and online: £60 and Online only: £25 should they wish to subscribe. Information on this can be found at Journal of Sports Sciences.