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devilsquest · 21-12-2005, 12:23 AM

ok guys where can i buy a set of the pincer things to measure BF?

Nick500 · 21-12-2005, 12:56 AM

calipers

try the accumeasure ones from cheapuksupplements.co.uk

nick

devilsquest · 21-12-2005, 12:57 AM

cheers nick,o and the wife just said smile next time u have a pic takern lol,and she thinks your m8 looks like the lad of coranation street too

splinter · 21-12-2005, 09:09 AM

I have heard they can be inaccurate as they do not take into account water retention.

devilsquest · 21-12-2005, 09:10 AM

whats the best for measurein BF then?

splinter · 21-12-2005, 04:04 PM

Get measured bioelectrically..

Here is a little copy and paste!

Body fat tests

Two of the most popular methods available for testing body fat levels are skinfold measurements and bioelectrical impedance.

Skinfold measurements have been in use since the early 1900's. Skinfold readings measure the thickness of the fat underneath your skin, and use this figure to estimate your total body fat percentage.

Bioelectrical impedance units involve placing electrodes on different parts of your body usually the hand, wrist, foot, or ankle (there are also scales available, which are a little more convenient). They send a low-level electrical current through your body.

Because muscle contains more water than fat, it conducts electricity at a different rate. The unit then uses this information to estimate how much body fat you have. Some devices also give information on your metabolic rate.

Source : http://www.thefactsaboutfitness.com/research/comp.htm

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21-12-2005, 09:09 AM	#4 (permalink)
splinter Illuminati Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: London Posts: 1,060 Rep Power:	I have heard they can be inaccurate as they do not take into account water retention.

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splinter Illuminati Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: London Posts: 1,060 Rep Power:	Get measured bioelectrically.. Here is a little copy and paste! Body fat tests Two of the most popular methods available for testing body fat levels are skinfold measurements and bioelectrical impedance. Skinfold measurements have been in use since the early 1900's. Skinfold readings measure the thickness of the fat underneath your skin, and use this figure to estimate your total body fat percentage. Bioelectrical impedance units involve placing electrodes on different parts of your body usually the hand, wrist, foot, or ankle (there are also scales available, which are a little more convenient). They send a low-level electrical current through your body. Because muscle contains more water than fat, it conducts electricity at a different rate. The unit then uses this information to estimate how much body fat you have. Some devices also give information on your metabolic rate. Source : http://www.thefactsaboutfitness.com/research/comp.htm