Body fat estimation

troodle_doodle

Does anyone fancy having a go at estimating my body fat % based on photos? My scales say 22%, the tape measure Army test says 17%, and calipers say 19%, but I'm aware that none of these are highly accurate (not that guesstimating from photos will be either!). I'm 5'10", weigh 137lbs, and my stats are 32/25/37".

bioklutz

19-21% would be my guess.

TavistockToad

I'd say 19-ish

troodle_doodle

Thank you all!

sherryzm24

Every individuals' fat patterning is different based on factors like genetics and bodytypes. so an electronic scale or a caliper will give rough estimations. as per my knowledge..the best way to accurately find your bodyfat percentage is via a DEXA Scan. it gives a 98-99% accuracy on your bodyfat percentage.

Jthanmyfitnesspal

Yes, you can get calipers for peanuts

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FYTFKMA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_HJTBvH3I4GGhn

And you can do a simple 3-point measurement.

http://www.weightrainer.net/skinfoldbf.html

mom23mangos

I'd say around 20%. By averaging your different methods you'll probably get a pretty good estimate. But visual seems fairly accurate as well.

ndj1979

I am going to say 20-22%