Froggie98
07-09-2003, 07:05 PM
I have heard that calipers are the best method of measurement of body fat. I had mine done with calipers this past weekend by a certified personal trainer. My question is this: from where on the body should the measurements be taken? Mine came from 1)back of upper arm, 2) hip, and 3) front of thigh.
I am questioning this because my percentage was pretty good, but these are not "problem areas" for me. In other words, if she had measured at my belly, I think it would have been through the roof!!
Any input is appreciated. Thanks!!
I am questioning this because my percentage was pretty good, but these are not "problem areas" for me. In other words, if she had measured at my belly, I think it would have been through the roof!!
Any input is appreciated. Thanks!!
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Absinthe
07-09-2003, 10:52 PM
From what I understand, more measurement sites yield more accurate results. You also get better accuracy if you have the same person measure you several times over a given period.
Calipers in general are an OK method. Most all of the BF measurement systems have limitations of one sort or another.
Calipers in general are an OK method. Most all of the BF measurement systems have limitations of one sort or another.