Body Composition

Body composition is the measure of how much fat and lean tissue (muscles, organs, etc.) is in your body. We normally talk about body composition in terms of percent body fat and percent lean mass. You can use your determined percent body fat and percent lean mass to find out if you are at risk for certain diseases and to calculate a recommended body weight.

Bod Pod

Details: The Bod Pod is an egg-shaped chamber that calculates your body density by measuring your body’s mass and volume. The Bod Pod first determines your mass in kilograms when you step on its scale. Then, when you sit in the chamber, your body’s volume is determined by measuring the amount of air you displace. Using these measurements, the Bod Pod calculates your body density, percent body fat, and percent lean body mass using specific equations.

Instructions: To ensure the most accurate results as possible, please

Bring form-fitting clothes to change into. That means that men should bring a form-fitting Speedo® or Lycra® swimsuit or non-padded compression shorts. Women should wear a form-fitting Speedo® or Lycra® swimsuit without padding or non-padded compression shorts and an unpadded sports bra. You will be given a swim cap to wear during the test once you arrive at the Lab.
All jewelry must be removed before the test. Please be advised that if you have jewelry that you do not want to risk losing, please leave it at home.
Please avoid exercising for two hours prior to your test.
Please avoid eating for two hours prior to your test.
Make sure you empty your bladder before your test.

Results: The Bod Pod will give you a print off of your results to take home. Those results include the following information:

Fat Mass (in kg and %)
Fat Free Mass (in kg and %)
Body Mass (kg)
Body Volume (L)
Body Density (kg/L)
Thoracic Gas Volume (TGV) (L)
Resting Energy Expenditure (REE) (kcal/day)

Lab Service	Students/WSU Affiliates Exempt from Employee Wellness	Alumni/Retirees	Community Members
Bod Pod	$15	$20	$25