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ⓘ  Chest
The chest measurement is taken as a diagonal fold, halfway between the anterior axillary line and nipple |
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ⓘ  Abdominal
The abdominal measurement is taken as a vertical fold, 2cm to the right side of the umbilicus |
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ⓘ  Thigh
The thigh measurement is taken as a vertical fold, midway between the proximal border of the patella and the inguinal crease |
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ⓘ  Tricep
The tricep measurement is taken as a vertical fold, midway between the acromion and olecranon processes |
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Suprailiac
The suprailiac measurement is taken as a diagonal fold, immediately superior to the iliac crest |
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Subscapular
The subscapular measurement is taken as a diagonal fold, directly below the inferior angle of the scapula |
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Mid-Axillary
The mid-axillary measurement is taken as a vertical fold, on the mid-axillary line at the level of the xiphoid process of the sternum |
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This calculator is based on the Jackson-Pollock 7-Site
Caliper Method Although this method is not as accurate as the DEXA scan, it is a good way to estimate your body fat percentage. [Source] For more visual help on how to take the measurements, please refer to this image Credit: unit-conversion.info |