I'm apparently obese? 5'6" 176lbs 26%

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  • MissusMoon
    MissusMoon Posts: 1,900 Member
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    runlong16 wrote: »
    js8181 wrote: »
    The methodology was a machine where I stand on a sensor platform while also holding onto these handles. So all electronic.

    That's bioelectrical impedance and is really dependent on how hydrated you are and can be iffy, so take it with a grain of salt and focus on health. The right body composition will follow.

    I did one of these recently and I followed all the instructions to get an accurate reading (well hydrated, fasting, no alcohol or caffeine before). It's purported to be so accurate that it is supposed to identify large pockets of water retention and where the muscle mass is. I have what ultrasounds estimate is a four to five pound baker's cyst that is visible under my left knee, and significantly less muscle mass in that leg due to an injury. My results stated identical muscle mass in both legs and missed the cyst. Unless it's a dexa scan, it's probably not accurate.

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