It's not worth to get a scale that measures weight and bodyfat together is it? Will they be inaccurate- for example; http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ozeri-Bathro...0596951&sr=8-8
Could someone please recommend a product they use to measure bodyfat fat, and if so a link to it.
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Thread: How do YOU measure bodyfat?
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02-11-2013, 07:36 AM #1
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02-11-2013, 07:50 AM #2
Why do you want to know?
The only way to get an accurate measurement is a DEXA scan.Sports Science & Health Undergraduate
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02-11-2013, 07:55 AM #3
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02-11-2013, 09:34 AM #14
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Calipers are a good way to measure change for sure. The key is however to have someone experienced do it. And only that person to keep consistency. As far as tracking fat, just do body measurements. A waist or hip growing faster then a bicep for example is a good sign fat gain>muscle. I am personally trying to kick the scale habit(struggling currently) as they are the devil. Body weight changes so much for a variety of reasons it can screw with your head big time. Pictures and measurements are the right way I think.
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02-11-2013, 09:51 AM #15
Just get an Accu-Measure BF caliper. Easy and inexpensive. Takes practice. Good link here for learning how to measure:
http://www.muscleandstrength.com/too...-calipers.html
How your clothes fit, waist measurements, mirror, progress pics, etc.. all good tools as well. Use as many as you can.BRAINS & GAINS
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02-11-2013, 10:07 AM #16
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02-11-2013, 10:26 AM #17
I actually use one of the scales with impedance BF testing. It does have drawbacks for sure and can vary quite a bit based on your level of hydration, but I've found it helpful if used to determine trending patterns as comparison over time. I agree how clothes fit and the mirror have been the best for appearance however. Good luck!
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02-11-2013, 11:17 AM #21
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As everyone has stated, the mirror is the cheapest and best way!! As long as your happy with what you see than who cares about some % numbers.
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02-11-2013, 11:52 AM #22
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