BF calipers
So I just took my BF measurement for the first time in MONTHS with a caliper. Before this last cycle, my BF measured in at about 10-11% and I weighed anywhere from 213-218 lbs. any given day. NOW it is four, maybe five months later and my BF just measured in at like 8%!?!?!?!!!! WHAT!?!?!!!...I am surprised. I currently weigh about 215-220 lbs. any given day...throughout the day. I figure my ACTUAL weight is around 215-216 lbs., that's when I weigh myself first thing in the morning before any food/water...and after a trip to the 'throne', lol.
I took the measurements at LEAST three times over to ensure accuracy and I came up with the same figure EVERYTIME. My question to everyone is 'how accurate really are calipers?' because when I look at myself in the mirror, I just don't think that my BF is that low. 10%..."AB"solutely, they are there and I know it is that low. HOWEVER, I do look remarkable different after this last cycle. I have veinage in my legs(quads/calves) and elsewhere that wasn't there pre-cycle...so this kinda leads me to believe that my BF did drop a few %.
Just for the record to ANYONE NEW to this though....I have to contribute my BF loss to a sound diet and exercise program 24 hours/day, 7 days/wk. The compounds might have helped a lil' bit...but I am a thorough 'nazi' about what I eat and how much, etc. Through hard work, dedication, and perseverance...goals are ENTIRELY possible. I am in my last week of pct and I am pleasantly satisfied with my current results after all the months of beating myself up...in the gym and in the kitchen, that is!!!!
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CleyonThe most accurate BF test is the hydrostatic (dunk) test. Calipers always put me about 4% higher than I actually am because of where I carry my fat. However I will say that they are the best way to measure BF without paying $25-50 each time!
naguib123I have one of those calipers. its probably correct as long as u enter the correct weight in to it. good shit bro, pad ur self on the back, odds are u burned fat off an area the u cant see or overlook like quads or back.
just a tip: another way to track fat loss is to buy a measuring tape. wont tell u ur BF but it will show u if u gotten bigger or smaller
Measuring tape...yeah, I just never got into measuring all my areas specifically like that. It's a good idea though, I just haven't done it yet. I got a nice lil' cycle planned for this fall(test/deca), maybe I will measure pre-cycle, and then again after to see any results!
Unless you're willing to pay for hydrostatic body fat testing; using the calipers is the most accurate method.
First off....high five! Big mofokka!! Calipers are fairly accurate. Everyone has their personal fatty spot which gives a slight change. But in nutrition class the professor brought out the biggest mixing bowl in kitchen and a pound of fat fully fills the bowl vs a 1lb steak. So you'll see more cuts ets without that fluff. Good job bro!
Thanx brother...hard work DOES pay off. It's awfully weird...I sorta 'weigh' the same as before...but I don't, ya know what I mean? It's interesting seeing the body transform, definitely different 'looking' than I was months ago.