Body composition is a vital element of human health. Maintaining a relatively low percentage of body fat is essential in minimizing the occurrence of a variety of negative conditions like cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes (12, 27). Favorable body composition also helps in managing existing conditions, including diabetes, hypertension and various
orthopedic problems (12, 27). Using bodyweight as the sole measure of body composition can be misleading; an ordinary body weight scale does not distinguish between fat mass and lean mass. Body mass index (BMI), when used with athletic populations, can give a similarly inaccurate impression of body composition status (22, 27). Fortunately, instruments are available that produce a more comprehensive and