Caliper measurement interpretation and age

[Mavafanculo]

Why is the interpretation of skinfold measurements with calipers variable by age?

As you can see at the link below, theres almost a 4 pct point difference from late teens to mid 30s for the same mm reading on the calipers.

I assume this is to account for the differing hormone profile as a person ages? for men, less test, more estrogens, more cortisol, and the resulting effect on body comp and fat distribution.

If thats the case, I'd further assume that a 30something on cycle should probably look up his measurement reading in the early 20 line or even the teen line.

Any ideas???

http://www.netrition.com/calipers.html

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[bilter]

I have always wondered the same thing and came to the same conclusion you did.

 

[Quadsweep]

Why is the interpretation of skinfold measurements with calipers variable by age?

As you can see at the link below, theres almost a 4 pct point difference from late teens to mid 30s for the same mm reading on the calipers.

I assume this is to account for the differing hormone profile as a person ages? for men, less test, more estrogens, more cortisol, and the resulting effect on body comp and fat distribution.

If thats the case, I'd further assume that a 30something on cycle should probably look up his measurement reading in the early 20 line or even the teen line.

Any ideas???

http://www.netrition.com/calipers.html

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It really does not make a difference. I get WAAAAYYYYY leaner now than in my teens. Most do as a a matter of fact.

Quad