FatTrack Digital Body Fat Caliper

FatTrack II $45.99 FOR MAIL ORDER

Like the Accu-Measure Fitness 2000 Personal Body Fat Tester, the FatTrack Digital Body Fat Caliper enables a user to measure (AND TRACK) body fat % by oneself - easily and accurately. The FatTrack meets the stringent requirements of fitness competitors, weightlifters, bodybuilders, and powerlifters and other athletes

The FatTrack gives you the do-it-yourself ease and accuracy expected from expensive medical devices.

Each FatTrack product includes:
· A FatTrack Digital Skinfold Caliper
· User manual with instructions
· FREE copy of "Improve Your Measuring Skill," with practical pointers for getting the best measurement readings and valuable information on ideal weight and muscle.

The FatTrack has a Super-Accurate Digital Measurement System with these great features:
· Uses patented Floating Code Thickness Measuring System for 1mm accuracy and 100% repeatability. No more tables and charts to interpret.
· Uses most popular trainer-recommended 3-site measurement system for men and women - upper, midsection, and lower body. Hand held caliper lets users measure body fat by themselves!
· Incorporates sophisticated mathematical Jackson-Pollack body density equations for determining body fat.
· Audible BEEP indicates correct pressure and measurement, ensuring accuracy.
· Self-calibrating for lifetime accurate measurements.
· Fitness rating indicator based on gender, age & body fat %.
· Stores 3 personal profiles.
· Statistical reports display-shows maximum and minimum readings at each measuring point.
· Uses 3 volt lithium battery.

Product Layout and Description

ON Button: Press this button to turn the unit on and off. The FatTrack II will automatically turn off after several minutes of not being used.	BLUE MEASURING Button: When taking a measurement, place your thumb gently over the button.
	MEASURING ARMS: Place over the measuring site and close it gently during measurements.
SELECT Button: From the primary function menu, this button is used to enter into the function mode. When inputting your personal data, pressing this button will confirm the flashing value and advance to the next digit.	NEXT Button: In the primary function display, this button is used to advance to the next function mode. When inputting your personal data, pressing this button will advance the flashing value. In Report mode, pressing this button will advance through the stored data.

What is the Advantage of Digital?

This computerized skinfold caliper is accurate down to millimeters with a measuring range to 60mm. This caliper stores each measurement in memory and then calculates body fat percentage instantly and accurately. It uses a patent pending "Floating Code Thickness Measuring System" that detects the smallest changes in your body fat measurements. The device has an "undo" function in case the measurement is done incorrectly. Data can be stored for up to three separate people. FatTrack II also has a "self-calibration"feature that maintains a lifetime measuring accuracy. You can see changes in your body fat levels over time since the caliper stores maximum and minimum thickness at each measuring site.

Why Ideal Weight?

The body weight display from scales as an indicator of over/underweight is sometimes misleading. It is due to the fact that body composition is different from each individual; frame size, muscle construction, and other factors are variable. It is a better approach to determine our ideal weight by making use of your body fat percentage. First, to determine your desired body fat percentage, you can refer to the Body Fat Percentage Rating Scale. Then, by measuring your body fat percentage and body weight, you can determine your ideal weight. An adequate weight loss program is a combination of exercise and diet. Dieting alone is unhealthy for muscle tissue.

Are You Replacing Fat with Muscle?

By monitoring the changes of your lean body weight, you will be able to tell whether or not you are replacing fat with muscle. Lean body weight can be found by subtracting your body weight from your body fat weight. Your body fat weight is calculated by multiplying your weight with your body fat percentage. Body fat percentage can be found by measuring three key locations on your body, shown on this measuring diagram that is included free with the caliper. The FatTrack II Caliper calculates these numbers for you using the Jackson and Pollock body density equation. The mathematical results are displayed to a decimal figure, to satisfy the needs of the most demanding user.

Taking Measurements

You will take 3 measurements on your upper, middle, and lower parts of your body. For males, you will take measurements on the chest, abdomen, and thigh. For females, you will take measurements on the triceps, waist (suprailiac), and thigh.
Quick Measuring Technique:
Hold the FatTrack II gently in your right hand. Your thumb should be over the BLUE measuring button on the upper arm of the caliper and your index finger should be under the bottom arm. Pinch your skinfold with your left hand at the appropriate measurement site and close the FatTrack II gently until you hear a beep. The FatTrack II will then display the millimeters (mm) of skinfold thickness. Press "SELECT" to lock in the reading and to advance to the next measurement site.

FEMALE MEASUREMENT SITES	MALE MEASUREMENT SITES

NOTE: You can undo your measurement by pressing "NEXT" and taking the reading again.