The purpose of the present work is to study and assess the age changes in the basic features which characterize the morpho-functional status in men at active-working ages from different professional groups. 786 men were measured anthropometrically by Martin-Saller's method (1957-58). The men are representatives of 4 professions, which differ in conditions, nature and the subject of work as well: founders, carpenters, fitters, and drivers. They were divided in two age groups: 1st group ª30-40 years oldº and 2nd group ª41-50 years oldº. The data about 6 body lengths and proportions, 6 body diameters, 6 body circumferences and as well as 3 basic physico-metrical parameters: pulse rate, blood pressure and vital capacity. The results showed that the highest age changes were in the linear features, as well as in the diameters and circumferences, in the bodies of drivers. The age changes in construction and body measurements of the carpenters are considerably slighter. We observed a worsening of spirometric abilities in men of age 41-50, and higher blood pressures in carpenters and drivers.
