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Weight and Body Fat
How does it work?
While body fat can be measured in many ways, the method used in your scale
is bioelectrical impedance. This indirect method of determining body fat starts when
a safe and very low electrical current is sent through the lower half of the body.
The electrical current flows more quickly through water and muscle than it will
through bone and fat. The scale measures the speed of the current. Based on this
number, the scale estimates body fat using a multi-step, mathematical formula.
Is it accurate?
Measurements of body fat tend to fluctuate a lot more than simple weighing,
and different methods of estimating body fat yield very different results. Just as
different scales give different results, different body fat analyzers can provide
very different body fat estimates. Even with the same scale the numbers will
vary because:
in body water content. Because body fat analysis is determined by water content
in the body, results can vary considerably from day to day.
water for the electrical current to flow through. This may result in a higher body
fluid, it may appear that body fat is lower than it really is.
weather when skin is moist will yield a different result than if skin is cold and dry.
trends over time than to use individual daily results.
an elevated body temperature, diabetes or other health conditions.
What you need to know!
as expected because total weight loss and total body fat are decreasing at the
same time (for a more detailed explanation, see next section).
is normal.
strength training, in your weight-loss plan.
Why do I lose weight but my body fat percentage doesn't change much?
Most body fat monitors show body fat as a percentage only. This body fat
monitor shows you not only a percentage but the actual number of body fat
pounds (in fact, this is the measurement you see after your weight is displayed).
Why is that important? When you lose weight, both the numerator (pounds of
a body fat percentage, the number can be small. For example, a person may weigh
do not see the percentage change quickly as you are losing weight: monitor the
lean tissue, include regular physical activity, especially strength training, in your
weight-loss plan.
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Summary of Contents for Conair Weight Watchers WW52C
- Page 1 Weight and Body Fat How does it work? While body fat can be measured in many ways, the method used in your scale is bioelectrical impedance. This indirect method of determining body fat starts when a safe and very low electrical current is sent through the lower half of the body. The electrical current flows more quickly through water and muscle than it will through bone and fat.
- Page 2 Body water/hydration levels General health standards indicate that one should consume approximately Maintaining a good hydration level will help improve your overall health and general increase your water intake accordingly. Body water/hydration level – how is it measured? The same analysis that is used to calculate your body fat is used to calculate your made that determines the percentage of water.
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Page 3: Body Water
Body Analysis Table on target high Body Fat Male Female Body Water Male Female Bone Mass Male Female... - Page 4 Make the most of it! To summarize, make the most of the body analysis feature by: food and fluid consumption, before or after exercise, etc., when measuring body composition. While a scale/body fat monitor can be a useful tool on your weight-loss journey, it’s not in and of itself a program for losing weight.
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Page 5: Facts You Should Know
Don’t Overdo It! often. We generally recommend weighing yourself no more than once a week when unnecessary concern with normal weight fluctuations, which are unrelated to your consistent. Here are 5 rules for effectively monitoring your weight – weigh yourself: the week To keep track of your weight, record only one number for the week. -
Page 6: Before Using Scale
Before Using Scale Precautions for Use CAUTION! Use of this device by persons with any electrical implant such as a heart pacemaker, or by pregnant women, is not recommended. Weight Measurement Only To measure weight only: 2. Choose pounds (lb) or kilograms (kg) by switching the convertible switch on rear of scale. - Page 7 Body Analysis Measurement the stored data: user number, height, age, gender. foot in order for the scale to read your body analysis measurements.) Your weight will display for a few seconds.
- Page 8 display for a few seconds. NOTE: Scale will show “Err” if there is improper foot contact in the body analysis mode, for instance, when you stand on the scale with socks or shoes on. Hard or dry skin can prevent you from making proper contact with electrodes on the surface of the scale.
- Page 9 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 120 MONTH DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CON-SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER.
- Page 10 Scales by ™ Instructions for use of Weight Watchers bathroom scale Have a Question? Please do not return this product to the retailer. Call Us First! Our customer service and product experts are ready to answer ALL your questions. Please call our TOLL-FREE customer service number at: 1-800-472-7606 or visit us online at www.conaircanada.ca Congratulations! By purchasing this Weight Watchers Scale, you’ve made the first...