Body Composition Report
At the gym yesterday, they had a pretty sophisticated machine that will calculate your body composition. Basically, you just stand on it and hold the handles and it will print out a detailed body composition report. I guess it uses a variety of variables, algorithms and figures out ideal results for each individual.
The personal trainers were doing this free for the members of the gym. Since I was working out on machine right there, I was asked if I wanted mine done. I said sure, since I was curious to know my results and confirm the machine’s accuracy.
Here are my results:
Age: 44
Height: 5’9” (175cm)
Body Weight: 154.6 pounds (70.1kg)
My target weight range should be between 153.4 to 161.6 pounds. So I am well within the target range. Personally I feel the healthiest anywhere from 150 to 160 pounds.
Total Body Fat: 8.7%
This is an excellent result. For the athletic category I should be within the 6 to 13% range.
Fat-free Mass 91.3%
Total Body Water: 73%. Again an excellent number since I should be within the 72-68% range.
BMI 22 which is normal.
If you ever get a chance, get yourself tested on such a machine. From the numbers generated, I think it is very accurate.
For your information, here are the complete category ranges. So if you know your percentage body fat, you can get an idea where you fit in!
Body fat: 5-12%
Total body water norms: 72-68%
Body fat: 13-19%
Total body water norms: 67-60%
Body fat: 20-29%
Total body water norms: 59-54%
Body fat: 30-45%
Total body water norms: 53-45%
Body fat ranges:
Athletic 6-13%
Normal 14-19%
Sedentary 20% or more
