Here’s a complete table about body fat and how to measure body fat. Fat is a part of the body that has a function to store energy and immunity. However, if fat storage in the body is excessive it will make the body obese and susceptible to disease. So, how much body fat is normal? And how to measure body fat? Here’s the explanation!
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Table of Normal Fat Levels In The Body
Normal fat levels between men and women are very different. Women have more fat levels so that reproductive function and menstruation continue to run smoothly. The following is a reference table of normal fat levels between men and women based on age and percentage.
Normal fat levels for males:
| Age | Percentage | Normal Levels |
| 19-24 | 10,8% | 14,9% |
| 25-29 | 12,8% | 16,5% |
| 30-34 | 14,5% | 18% |
| 35-39 | 16,1% | 19,4% |
| 40-44 | 17,5% | 20,5% |
| 45-49 | 18,6% | 21,5% |
| 50-54 | 19,8% | 22,7% |
| 55-59 | 20,2% | 23,2% |
| 60+ | 20,3% | 20,3% |
While for women the following body fat levels are normal:
| Age | Percentage | Normal Levels |
| 19-24 | 18,9% | 22,1% |
| 25-29 | 18,9% | 22% |
| 30-34 | 19,75 | 22,7% |
| 35-39 | 21% | 24% |
| 40-44 | 22,6% | 25,6% |
| 45-49 | 24,3% | 27,3% |
| 50-54 | 26,6% | 29,7% |
| 55-59 | 27,4% | 30,7% |
| 60+ | 27,6% | 31% |
Normal fat levels mentioned by The American Council on Excercise for men are around 18-25%. While for women around 25-31%. Fat content is also influenced by sports activities. If a male athlete has a normal fat content of 6-13% and a female around 14-20%.
It was mentioned above that women store high-fat content. The hormone estrogen triggers the accumulation of fat in the area under the skin called subcutaneous fat. In men caused by the presence of the hormone progesterone which can increase muscle mass and cause fat levels tend to be few.
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How to Measure Body Fat Levels
To find out the level of fat in the body, a method is needed to measure it. The following methods can be used to measure body fat:
1.Using the Skinfold Caliper Measuring Tool
The first method is to use a skinfold caliper measuring instrument. How to measure it by clamping the tool on several areas of the body to get the thickness of the lip. The measured body area includes the shoulder blades, thighs, abdomen, arms, and chest. This measurement is more accurate.
The tool is shaped like a claw and is easy to use to calculate body fat under the skin. The shape of the tool is also portable which is easy to carry anywhere so that it facilitates measurement. The results displayed on this tool are immediately clearly visible on the tool numbers.
How to measure fat using skinfold caliper is as follows:
- First, determine the area of the body to be measured.
- Then, point the thumb and forefinger of your left hand to pinch or pinch that area of the body.
- Next, pull out the body area and the layer of fat underneath using your left hand.
- Then aim the caliper at about 1/4 inc and the fingers of the left hand.
- Next, remove the trigger of the caliper and place it on the skin fold.
- The measurement results can be seen through the numbers listed on the caliper device.
2. Using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)
This measurement method uses electricity with low voltage. Fat is a conductor of fat electricity and can block more electrical currents than body muscle that does not contain fat. If the flow of electricity is blocked a lot, the greater the percentage of body fat. However, the disadvantage of this method is that the measurement results can vary depending on the amount of fluid in the body.
Skinfold Caliper Measuring Tool Available to Measure Body Fat
PT Solo Abadi Indonesia is a manufacturer of anthropometric measuring instruments, one of which is measuring instruments for body fat. We provide a skinfold caliper that is used in measuring fat folds under the skin. We provide two types of caliper skinfolds as follows:
1. Harpenden Skinfold Caliper
The first type is the Harpenden Skinfold Caliper, which is made of stainless steel so that it lasts when used. The shape of this tool is like a claw. In the middle of the tool, there is a clockwork that serves to read the measurement results. This tool is equipped with a floating tips feature that has been calibrated so that it is accurate in measurement.
2. Slim Guide Skinfold Caliper
The second type is the Slim Guide Skinfold Caliper, which is made of ABS plastic. The design of this tool is like an anchor that is convenient to use. It is equipped with double springs so that measurements can be made consistently. In addition, it is also equipped with instructions for use that make it easier for users.
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