You should not: Eat or drink for 3 to 4 hours prior to your appointment Consume alcohol and caffeine for 24 hours Exercise for 6 to 12 hours Use a shower or sauna within 2 hours due to the change in body temperature Use ointment or lotion on hands or feet You should: Stay well-hydrated the day before Use the bathroom to empty the bladder or bowel Remove any jewelry, watches, and other metal objects from your body Take off all socks, pantyhose, shoes, and heavy articles of clothing If testing in cold weather, warm yourself up for 20 minutes To promote circulation, stand upright for at least 5 minutes prior to your appointment During your body composition assessment, youll stand on the platform, feet bare, and both hands on the electrodes
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Consistency eliminates errors
Requires professional supervision
Tracking urine color regularly is a simple yet effective method for staying in tune with your internal health and identifying when to seek medical evaluation