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    Bodyfat calipers

    Ive got a set of body fat calipers but i don't know how to get an accurate reading. Some advice would be great guys!
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    Originally Posted by grizzlybluebear View Post
    Ive got a set of body fat calipers but i don't know how to get an accurate reading. Some advice would be great guys!
    For general calipers: http://www.linear-software.com/online.html

    For the cheapo accu-measure: http://www.accumeasurefitness.com/pr...am3k_ideal.pdf.

    I've found the trick is to hold the skinfold for 3-4 seconds before using the calipers. Fat is compressible, and it needs a moment to settle down, but not so long that it squeezes out too much. Take multiple measurements, giving the area at least 10 seconds between pinches to re-settle.
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