BOD POD Testing Overview

The BOD POD Body Composition System is one of the easiest and most accurate body fat percentage tests available today. The entire testing appointment takes only 10 minutes. The actual test itself takes less than 3 minutes.

Everything you need to know about your BOD POD body composition test is explained below.


 

BOD POD testing process - step 1

Schedule An Appointment

Schedule an appointment today - either directly through this website or through your organization's program director.

Once you've scheduled your appointment, prepare for the test by reading the information below.

Get started on a healthier lifestyle with your BOD POD test from BODY METRICS in Atlanta, GA

 

 

 

BOD POD testing process - step 2

Test Preparation

Bod Pod testing requires little preparation.

  • Do not eat or drink anything for at least 2 hours prior to your test.
  • Limit activity prior to your visit. Do not exercise prior to your test as elevated breathing and body temperature may interfere with your test results.
  • Schedule subsequent visits under the same conditions (time of day, hydration levels, etc.).

REQUIRED CLOTHING

MEN - Form-fitting Speedo® or Lycra® / spandex-type swimsuit, or single-layer compression shorts (without padding).

WOMEN - Form-fitting Speedo® or Lycra® / spandex-type swimsuit, or single-layer compression shorts and sports bra (without pading or wires).

A swim cap is required for all testers and will be provided by Body Metrics.

A changing area is available in our mobile BOD POD testing lab.


 

 

BOD POD testing process - step 3

Taking The Test

Once you have dressed in your proper attire:

  • Your mass will be measured by the scale.
  • You will then sit in the BOD POD where your volume will be measured. Not to worry, nothing is required of you at this point except to sit still and breathe normally.
  • Your test will be complete in just under 3 minutes.

While you're changing back into your clothes we will print your results.


 

BOD POD testing process - step 4

Review Your Results

If you've taken a test with us before, your previous test result(s) are stored in our system and used to chart your progress in each of these key areas:

  • Certified Body Weight
  • Body Fat Percentage
  • Total Lean Body Mass
  • Resting Metabolic Rate
  • Total Energy Expenditure
  • Thoracic Lung Volume*

If this is the first time you've taken a test with us, you'll get all the same information - just minus the historical comparison to previous visits.

* available only with the Thoracic Volume add-on test.




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