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Weight & Body📖 5 min read
How to Measure Body Fat at Home (Without a DEXA Scan)
Three practical methods to estimate your body fat percentage accurately using nothing more than a tape measure or bathroom scale.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Use the US Navy method: measure waist at navel, neck at narrowest, and hips (women only) with a soft tape measure
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Enter your measurements into our Body Fat Calculator to get your percentage using the validated Navy formula
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Alternatively, use bioelectrical impedance scales in the morning before eating for consistent readings
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Compare your result to healthy ranges: men 10-20%, women 18-28% for general fitness; track the trend monthly
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