Durnin-Womersley Body Fat (4 sites)

Simplified version of measurement using 4 key points. Suitable for quick body composition assessment.

About this method

Durnin-Womersley works well for the general population across all age groups. For trained athletes it may overestimate body fat by 1-2 percent. For best accuracy calculate both this method and Jackson-Pollock (7-site) — the average of both results is more reliable than either alone. Athletes with 5+ years of training should also try the Body Fat (9-Site).

How to measure skinfolds:

Use calipers for accurate measurements
Measure on the right side of the body
Grasp only skin and subcutaneous fat
Take 2-3 measurements and use the average
Most accurate when each individual skinfold does not exceed 120mm

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Age (years):

Gender:

Skinfold Measurements

Biceps (mm):

Triceps (mm):

Subscapular (mm):

Suprailiac (mm):

Calculation Results:

Body Fat (%)

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Lean Body Mass (%)

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