Body fat adds to total body weight, which can be a performance advantage for ____ because it adds mass.

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Shot putters benefit from having a higher body weight and body fat percentage, as it can help add to the force of their throw. This is not necessarily an advantage for cycling, sprinting or pole vaulting, where a lower body weight and fat percentage can be beneficial for speed and efficiency.

Body Fat Adds to Total Body Weight, Which Can Be