Body composition is used by health professionals to evaluate a person’s weight by breaking it down into its core components: fat, protein, minerals, and body water.

It describes your healthy weight more accurately and provides a better glimpse into your overall health than traditional methods like BMI & weight. 

Body composition analysis can accurately show changes in fat mass, lean muscle mass, and body fat percentage.

Why should you take the test?

Knowing your weight does not reveal the whole story. A Body Composition Analyser Test helps you track fat mass, muscle mass, total body water, and more. These deep insights can help you plan lifestyle and diet changes better, in order to achieve your fitness goals. Here are some benefits of taking the test:

• In-depth analysis
• Take only 60 seconds
• Non-invasive
• Identifies health risks in advance
• Helps tailor fitness plans

What do we measure:

Intracellular & Extracellular Water (ICW & ECW)

ICW and ECW provide valuable insights into body composition and overall health. For example:

If you notice an increase in ECW, but not ICW, this could be due to acute inflammation from

overtraining.

Dry Lean Mass

Dry lean mass (DLM) is the weight of your body that isn't fat or water. It's made up of the protein in your muscles and the minerals in your bones. An increase in DLM indicates that you have gained muscle mass.

Body Fat Mass

Body fat mass, also called stored fat, is the amount of fat in the body. Measuring it can help

assess overall health, and can be helpful in calculating Body Fat Percentage, which helps in

indicating risks for certain diseases.

Lean Body Mass

Lean body mass (LBM) is the weight of everything in your body minus fat. It includes the weight of your organs, skin, bones, body water, and muscle mass. An increase in LBM is considered an improvement in body composition. Higher LBM is a sign that you have higher metabolism.

ECW/TBW Analysis

ECW/TBW, or extracellular water to total body water ratio, is a measure of how much of your

body's water is extracellular. It indicates your body's water balance, hydration status, and overall health. High ECW/TBW can be indicative of inflammation, swelling, or edema, while a lower ECW/TBW is typically observed in individuals with higher amounts of skeletal muscle mass.

Muscle-Fat Analysis

The InBody body composition analysis system categorises body types based on muscle and fat balance. These categories are as follows:

• C-Shape: This is considered the "balanced" type, where you have a proportional muscle-fat ratio, indicating a healthy overall body composition.
• I-Shape: This type suggests you have a lower muscle mass with a potentially higher percentage of body fat compared to the average for your height and gender.
• D-Shape: This type shows higher muscle mass and a possible lower body fat percentage. This can be common in athletic individuals.

Segmental Lean Analysis

Segmental lean analysis measures the distribution of lean body mass in the body's three main parts: arms, legs, and trunk. It can identify areas where you might have excess weight or weakness, and help in spotting areas for improvement.

Skeletal Muscle Mass

Skeletal muscle mass is the weight of the muscle tissue in the body. It is important for

maintaining a healthy weight. Measuring it can help in improving age-related muscle loss.

Visceral Fat

Visceral fat is belly fat found deep within your abdominal cavity. It surrounds important organs, including your stomach, liver and intestines. Monitoring it is important because high levels of visceral fat can cause multiple health issues.

A Body Composition Analyser Test is your passport to a more comprehensive understanding of your body. With quick, non-invasive insights, you can make informed decisions to achieve your fitness goals. It's time to move beyond the scale and embrace a holistic approach to your well-being.