A bod pod test is where you sit in a little "pod" and they measure the amount of air you displace. Calipers are just a small hand held device that pinches your skin and measures your body fat.
Find someone who actually knows how to use it, correctly, and get it done.
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"I am the man responsible for who I am. When I look in the mirror each day, I stare my creator in the eyes. I am responsible for what I have and will become, I am accountable for what I will or will not accomplish. I believe in myself, I bow to no man and my only critic of any consequence has walked every mile of this journey in my size thirteens. " - G. Diesel
I want to know if my body fat percentage is above average or just average..
That's why I'm looking for it.
So just to satisfy your curiosity? I'm guessing you don't want to spend any money and I'm guessing it's doesn't have to be super accurate, so why not calipers? Not particularly accurate, but if someone has one, they can do it for free and you'll get a rough idea.
I think if you get hung up about bodyfat % numbers it will screw with you...calipers especially only measure the fat around the hip, arm etc. area. Bodyfat calipers dont measure the subcutaneous fat that is lodged inbetween your stomach organs etc.
Best bet i think is to just take some monthly progress pics if you are looking to lose bodyfat.
You cant beat the camera/mirror for the truth.
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"Mind is everything. If you believe you cant do something then you can't"
Is my weight too much for my height and age? I'm almost 18.
no offence but that is a silly question:
do you have an 8 pack? if you do then it is a very good weight
do you have a 46 inch waist? if you do then it is a shit weight
"You must love the suffering that comes with discipline. You must be regular in life and never give way to temptation. Only if you eagerly inflict such suffering on yourself will you cultivate the confidence that will carry you to exceptional deeds."
"Mind is everything. If you believe you cant do something then you can't"
Most gyms and health places do body fat testing and it is usually free as well along with body assessments.I know the Virgin gyms have self service equipment to check all that stuff