How many skinfold sites do you use?
The number of skinfold sites used by health professionals varies greatly, as the results show. We asked in a poll that if you conduct or have previously conducted skinfold testing, let us know to the number of skinfold sites you use in your assessment.
The number used would depend on the time available, the skills of the tester, and the norm tables that are used to compare to others. Within reason, the more skinfold sites you use will make the test more accurate, though there are often other considerations such as time.
When the poll was closed in 2025, the majority of voters used 7 or more skinfold sites when determining body fat levels.
the results when the poll was archived in 2025Disclaimer: These polls are not scientific, and only reflect the opinion of visitors to this website who have chosen to participate.
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