Body Composition Assignment
The goal of this assignment is to assess your waist-to-hip ratio, and BMI, and to determine your risk
cardiovascular disease and body composition classification. All items for you to complete will be on t
tab.
Waist and Hip Circumferences
Perform the waist circumference measurement first, followed by the hip circumference measureme
You will want to record the circumference values in centimeters. To determine the waist-to-hip ratio
divide the waist circumference by the hip circumference (Waist Circumference / Hip Circumference)
Record each value below. Once you have completed the measurements and have determined the ra
use the table below your recorded measurements to determine your waist-to-hip ratio classification
Waist Circumference:
Place a flexible measuring tape at the narrowest point of the waist (usually immediately below the r
If the subject’s waist does not have a narrow point, place it at the level of the navel. Take the
measurement at the end of an exhaled breath. (Refer to the video listed in the online learning resou
section this week).
Hip Circumference:
Place a flexible measuring tape around the maximum circumference of the buttocks. (Refer to the vi
listed in the online learning resource section this week).
Waist-To-Hip Ratio:
Divide the waist circumference by the hip circumference (make sure the units for both measuremen
match – for instance, use inches OR centimeters).
Record of Waist and Hip Circumferences
Waist:
Hip:
Waist-to-Hip Ratio:
Classification:
*See the Table below for Classification
Men
20-29 years
30-39 years
Waist-to-Hip Circumference Ratio Standards for Men and Women
Risk
Low
Moderate
High
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