Skinfold thickness is typically measured using a tool called a caliper. The process involves the following steps:
Select the measurement sites: Common sites include the triceps, biceps, subscapular, and suprailiac regions. Pinch the skinfold: Using thumb and forefinger, pinch the skin and underlying fat away from the muscle. Apply the caliper: Place the jaws of the caliper perpendicular to the skinfold and release the trigger to measure the thickness. Record the measurement: Take multiple measurements at each site to ensure accuracy and record the average value.
