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The reliability and validity of skinfold measurements and analysis depend on:
The skill of the measurer
Precise identification of the site of the skinfold
Forming the skinfold prior to the application of the caliper jaws,
Standardization of the alignment of the skinfold crest
Maintenance of the pressure by the fingers on the skinfold when the
measurement is taken
Complete release of the caliper jaws prior to measurement
Type of Caliper (due to pressure differences)
Subject factors related to skinfold compressibility, edema, and variability in fat
pattern and distribution
The population used to develop prediction equation used to estimate percent
body fat
The accuracy of prediction equation applied to general population
The specific site of skinfold measurement for CPAFLA and ACSM vary significantly. The
methodologies for the sites used in CPAFLA are described on pages 7-11 to 7-18 of the
manual.
Skinfolds measured (CPAFLA): Triceps, Biceps, Subscapular, Iliac Crest, Medial Calf
ACSM
Hip girth measure at the maximal girth of the hips or buttocks region above the gluteal
fold
Comparison tables are provided in lab manual for the following anthropometric results.
BMI and waist girth related to risk of disease. (Table 45.3; p 394 ACSM)
Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR) - compare ratio to age and gender specific tables (Table 45.2
p 394 ACSM)
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From ACSM Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and
Prescription 4th edition p 394
SKINFOLDS (mm)
Mean closest
Triceps
Biceps
Subscapular
Iliac Crest
Medial Calf
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2nd
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3rd
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3rd
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nd
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rd
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st
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rd
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Rating ________(ACSM)
SKINFOLDS (mm)
Mean closest
Triceps
Biceps
Subscapular
Iliac Crest
Medial Calf
1st
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2nd
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3rd
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1st
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2nd
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3rd
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2nd
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3rd
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nd
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rd
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st
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nd
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rd
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Rating ________(ACSM)