Hydrostatic Lab

The Hydrostatic laboratory is primarily used for teaching the methods of determining body composition, such as hydrostatic weighing, skinfolds, and bioelectrical impedance. Equipment includes:

  • Exertech™ hydrostatic tank and software
  • Three Tanita™ lower body impedance devices
  • Upper body impedance device
  • Lange™ and Harpenden™ skinfold calipers
  • Shower and changing room