Why do individuals need to wear a swimsuit if they don’t get wet during the test?
The surface area of clothing and hair will significantly change the body volume measurement. To minimize this effect, individuals are asked to wear a form-fitting Speedo® or other Lycra®/spandex-type swimsuit and swim cap during the test. Can an individual be measured if they don’t have a swimsuit? Yes. Individuals can also wear single-layer compression shorts and, if female, a jog bra without padding or wires. If this clothing is not available, individuals can wear any form-fitting clothing that will not trap air. For example, briefs and a bra without padding or underwires. For more information about suitable attire, contact the Bionutrition Manager. What does a person experience during a BOD POD® test? When individuals arrive for the test they: • Void, if needed • Change into their form-fitting swimsuit • Remove socks, shoes, jewelry and eyeglasses • Wear the swim cap provided After the person is weighed, they will be asked to enter the BOD POD® chamber, sit quietly (no talking, laug
The surface area of clothing and hair will significantly change the body volume measurement. To minimize this effect, individuals are asked to wear a form-fitting Speedo® or other Lycra®/spandex-type swimsuit and swim cap during the test. Can an individual be measured if they don’t have a swimsuit? Yes. Individuals can also wear single-layer compression shorts and, if female, a jog bra without padding or wires. If this clothing is not available, individuals can wear any form-fitting clothing that will not trap air such as briefs and a bra without padding or underwires For more information about suitable attire, contact the Bionutrition Manager. Because of its egg-shape, the BOD POD® has a generous interior and can accommodate large individuals. The BOD POD® has been used to measure the body composition of morbidly obese individuals having a body mass index of 40 to 58. Children as well as professional athletes and sumo wrestlers have been measured with the BOD POD®. I’m worried that my
