FatTrack II Measurement Points
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| MEASUREMENT
SITES FOR MALE |
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| Site |
Direction
of fold |
Measurement |
| Chest |
Diagonal |
Fold is taken 1/2 the distance between the anterior auxiliary
line and nipple. |
| Abdominal |
Vertical |
Fold is taken vertical 2 cm lateral to the umbilicus. |
| Thigh |
Vertical |
Fold is lifted on anterior aspect of thigh midway between
inguinal crease and proximal border of patella. Body weight
is shifted to left foot. |
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| Tips on Measuring |
- Take all measurements on the right side of your body
- Carefully identify and recall your measuring site for accuracy
- Take the measurement when skin is dry and lotion-free
- Do not measure immediately after exercise due to shifts in body
fluid
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| MEASUREMENT
SITES FOR FEMALE |
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| Site |
Direction
of fold |
Measurement |
| Triceps |
Vertical |
Fold is taken midway between the shoulder and elbow
joint, on the center of the back of the arm. |
| Waist |
Diagonal |
Fold is taken diagonally above the iliac crest along
the anterior auxiliary line. |
| Thigh |
Vertical |
Fold is lifted on anterior aspect of thigh midway
between inguinal crease and proximal border of patella. Body
weight is shifted to the left foot. |
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