This is because the body water tends to move to the lower extremities of the body as soon as the person stands or gets up. Many people find this is easiest to do in the morning. So i get up hit the loo lol. I find that as the day goes on i tend to retain water so the measurements are slightly less accurate especially around my mid section after eating. Keep the feet together relax your muscles and stand up straight. Measure your body fat first thing in the morning the best time the best time to measure your body fat is.
Learn more from the experts at consumer reports. You can measure yourself at a time that best suits you. Like first thing in the mornin as normal. Consistency is essential measure under the same conditions and using the same equipment each time. Measure your body fat at the same time in the same environment and under the same circumstances each time. Pull the tape tight keeping pressure against but not pinching the skin and ensure the tape is kept level and not.
If i cant satisfy this routine then i dont measure that day haha. Probably first thing in the morning just after urinating. Q do not take measurements during the menstrual cycle. A sweating causes a temporary change in a persons body composition. Q do not conduct the test right after shower or sauna. The best time to weigh yourself is every morning according the latest research.
If this isnt possible take your measurements at the same time of day on the same day of the week. I try to replicate the conditions as much as possible. I get mine measured every 6 to 8 weeks. Body composition how accurate is it. For example a recent review concluded that 0731 gram of protein per pound 1622 gkg of body weight per day is best for maximizing muscle gain and strength. Per the georgia state university guidelines here.
First thing in the morning after waking up. When measuring yourself with the measuring tape the tape should fit snugly against the surface of your skin. A bodyfat calipers is probablly the most common method but i think its best if you can get the same qualified person to do it at approx the same time each day. The best time of day to weigh and measure yourself is first thing in the morning after you have urinated. Each time you measure your body try to do it at a similar time. Generally take measurements in an unflexed state and before your workout not after.
Before eating drinking exercising andor showering. I also advise that women avoid taking measurements during the time of their. For me i feel the best time to do it is a time that is easy to keep consistant. Bia accuracy if done correctly on properly operating equipment is approximately 3.