Body Weight Scale Plus Body Fat Scale Monitor
If you are dieting you need a body weight scale plus a body fat scale. Usually you can get 1 machine that does a dual job. Why a body fat monitor + weight scale? Using a personal body fat scale is the best way to measure your body fat percentage.
But can the results be relied upon?
The most reliable body fat test is a DEXA or underwater test, but the problem is finding a place that can do this for you. This is why it is better to use a body fat scale a home.
Also professional boy fat testing can cost quite a bit and you only get 1 reading 1 time. If you spend $100 or less on a body fat scale you can measure your self anytime you want and never pay again.
Body fat scales are convenient becaue you administer the test to yourself in the privacy of your own home rather than a gym or laboratory. No expensive appointments and no communting neccessary.
Body Fat Categories for Women
- 10-12% - Essential Fat
- 14-20% - Athletic Fat Levels
- 21-24% - Fitness Fat Levels
- 25-31% - Acceptable Fat Levels
- 32% - Obese
Body Fat Categories for Men
- 2-4% - Essential Fat
- 6-13% - Athletic Fat Levels
- 14-17% - Fitness Fat Levels
- 18-25% - Acceptable Fat levels
- 26% - Obese