The BodPod® uses air displacement to measure the volume of the body.
From the measurement, body fat and fat free (lean) mass can be determined.
Why Use the BodPod®?
Gold Standard for body composition assessment.
It is a quick, comfortable and highly accurate method for calculating a person's body composition (fat and fat-free mass).
It is a good way to evaluate your training regimen.
It informs your trainer how best to tailor your fitness program.
Informs you if your fat mass percentage is putting you at increased health risk.
BodPod® Test Protocol
Your height and weight will be measured.
The testing needs to be done while wearing minimal clothing so that excess air does not get trapped in your clothing. You will be measured wearing a swimming costume (please bring your own with you) with a swimming cap (we can supply) over your hair.
You will need to sit very still inside the BodPod® for 2 x 1 minute periods.
Total testing session time is 30 minutes.
Pre test requirements
No food or exercise for 3 hrs prior.
All jewellery needs to be removed.
Dressed in swimming costume (you will need to bring this with you) and swimming cap (we can supply).
