I have been using regular body composition tests to help me with my health and fitness goals for a number of years. It goes beyond the scale and gives me a true picture of my body and what it's made of and helps me to optimise my health.
What is body composition?
Body composition is a method of describing what the body is made of. It includes fat, protein, minerals and body water. It also describes weight more accurately than BMI. Body Composition analysis can accurately show any changes in fat mass, muscle mass and body fat percentage.
The Modern Assessment of Health
BMI is an outdated method. Body Mass Index is a common method used to assess the health of an individual by comparing the amount they weight they carry to the height of the individual BMI has many limitations a poor tool for tracking weight change because there is no way to identify if changes in your weight are fat or muscle. Predicting health or mortality using a single number such as BMI oversimplifies health risks and ignores important factors that contribute to positive health.
What are the dangers of not knowing your body composition?
A healthy balance between fat and muscle is vital for health and wellness throughout life. Scientific evidence shows that a healthy body composition will increase your lifespan; reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, insulin resistance
Complications of Obesity
- Early mortality
- Cardiovascular disease
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- Gallbladder disease
- Cancer
- Arthritis
- Back pain
- Pregnancy complications
- Menstrual abnormalities
- Shortness of breath
- Sleep apnea
- Increased LDL & triglycerides
- Decreased HDL
- Impaired heart function
- Impaired immune function
Complications of Low Body Fat
- Poor insulation
- Minimal energy stores
- Lack of cushioning for organs
- Poor cardiovascular function
- Prone to illness
- Poor recovery from exercise/illness
- Low testosterone
- Weak muscles
- Loss of bone density
- Amenorrhea
Complications of Low Muscle Mass (Sarcopenia)
- Frailty
- Starvation
- Poor insulin resistance/glycemic control
- Metabolic problems increase
- Osteoporosis
- Hormone dysregulation
- Low strength
What is the InBody Test?
What does your weight really represent? When you step on a scale, you can’t see how much muscle or fat you have - all you see is a number with no context.
Go beyond the scale with the InBody Test, a non-invasive, quick, and accurate body composition analysis that provides a detailed breakdown of your weight in terms of muscle, fat, and water. Your comprehensive yet easy-to-understand measurements will display on an InBody result sheet in under a minute. Results you can trust so you can reach your health and fitness goals with precision and actionable objectives.
The InBody Result Sheet displays your body composition measurements in a clear, easy-to-read way to make understanding your results simple. You’ll learn what each measurement means, why it matters, and how it can help you be successful in your health journey.
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* The information provided is to be used for educational/informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Only certified medical & health professionals may diagnose patients and provide such advice.
It's essential to note that while InBody and other body composition tests provide valuable information, they should be seen as tools to complement overall health assessments. Individual health is multi-faceted, and a comprehensive evaluation should consider other factors like blood tests, lifestyle habits, and medical history to provide a holistic view of one's well-being.It's essential to note that while InBody and other body composition tests provide valuable information, they should be seen as tools to complement overall health assessments. Individual health is multi-faceted, and a comprehensive evaluation should consider other factors like blood tests, lifestyle habits, and medical history to provide a holistic view of one's well-being.
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