Is the InBody Scan Really Accurate?

While optimizing your training plan with body composition data obtained from the InBody Scan, have you noticed that the results sometimes fluctuate? Have you started to question the accuracy of the results? Let's see together if the InBody Scan is truly accurate and how to interpret its data to refine your tracking and achieve your goals.

Factors Affecting the Accuracy of InBody Scan Results

To answer your question: "Is the InBody Scan really accurate?", the first aspect to consider is its optimal use. Several factors can skew the results of the InBody scale. It is essential to prepare well to anticipate and better ensure the reliability of the results.

Time of Day

• Context: Body fat percentage varies throughout the day.

• Recommendation: Always perform your scan at approximately the same time.

Body Temperature

• Context: Extreme temperatures, a very cold shower, or coming back from a sauna can skew the test measurement.

• Recommendation: Avoid conditions that cause significant temperature changes and avoid showering or bathing directly before the test.

Exercise

• Context: Exercising before or after the test will impact the recorded body fat percentage.

• Recommendation: Do not exercise 6 to 12 hours before the scan.

Diet

• Context: Digestion can skew the precise reading of body composition.

• Recommendation: Do not eat at least 3 hours before the scan.

Menstruation

• Context: Menstruation causes changes in body composition that affect the results.

• Recommendation: Do not perform the scan during menstruation.

Clothing and Accessories

• Context: Loose clothing or metal accessories can interfere with the scan.

• Recommendation: Wear fitted and light clothing, and remove all jewelry or accessories containing metal.

With this preparation, you will be sure to have a more accurate view of your progress, regardless of your goal. Moreover, if you would like more advice on using the InBody scan, or if you would like to ensure you have a good game plan to achieve your goals, feel free to contact us.

Accuracy of the InBody Scan Compared to Other Devices

When used optimally, the InBody Scan is renowned for ensuring more advanced accuracy than other competitors. This is attributable to its InBody BIA technology, based on 4 pillars to improve the measurement of body composition.

Use of Multiple Frequencies

By using different frequencies to measure body water, the InBody scan achieves a more comprehensive reading of body composition.

Direct Segmental Measurements

Rather than considering the body as a whole, the InBody test divides its analysis by arms, legs, and torso, resulting in a precise reading.

8-Point Tactile System

Configured to consider 8 contact points (thumbs, palms, front of the feet, and heels), the InBody test always ensures the same starting position, allowing for better reproducibility from one scan to another.

Several competing products lack control over the initial position, leading to greater variability in results.

No Empirical Estimation Required

As many machines analyze the body as a whole, they lack visibility on the torso area, which becomes more complex to calculate. To compensate, they consider additional factors like age and gender to estimate the results. In the case of the InBody machine, these additional estimation factors are not required.

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So, is the InBody machine accurate? In terms of what is available on the market, it is known to be the most accurate thanks to its advanced technology. However, it is true that results can be influenced by external factors, leading to variations and biases. It is a matter of knowing these factors and anticipating them to obtain an accurate measurement.

With good preparation, the InBody scan is a valuable tool to help you achieve your health goals. Give it a try, measure your body composition in one of our 9 branches.

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