Several methods are used to measure body composition:
BMI (Body Mass Index): A simple calculation using height and weight, though it does not differentiate between fat and muscle mass. Skinfold Measurements: Using calipers to measure skinfold thickness at specific body sites. Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA): A quick and non-invasive method that uses electrical currents to estimate body fat percentage. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA): A highly accurate imaging technique that measures bone density, fat, and muscle mass. Hydrostatic Weighing: A method that involves underwater weighing to estimate body composition.
