Percent body fat and lean body weight are measured to provide participants with an estimate of their body composition. Testing and results are confidential.
Clothing: Wear T-shirt and shorts
Time: 10 - 15 minutes
Location: Wellness Center, Room 1039
Measurements are taken in a private area.
Results are confidential.
How: Skin fold calipers
Sign-Up: Not required, just stop by during one of the scheduled times.
Cannot participate after you workout.
Skin fold Measurement Locations
Females < 35 yr. Tricep, suprailiac (above hip bone) & thigh
Females > 36 yr. Tricep, axilla (under the arm), thigh & suprailiac (above hip bone)
Males < 35 yr. Chest, subscapular, abdominal & thigh
Males > 36 yr. Axilla (under the arm), chest, abdominal & thigh
For sanitary purposes, have your % body fat taken before your workout or after you have showered. Funded in part by the student general fee.
For times of Schedule please view the Walk in Fit Testing Schedule Site.
Wellness Center 419-530-3702
