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Originally Posted by sanibelover
I have the same Omron scale. I find that the weight is very consistent and exactly the same as my clinic's Tanita scale. The fat % and muscle % are not as consistent. I use them as a guide over time. I would recommend it.
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This is a VERY important point.
Bioimpedance measurement has a margin of error of around 8% when measuring body fat. If you think the Omron scale is different you're wrong. The reason this is important to know is that you could jump on the scale and have it read 40% BF on week one. You could follow the protocol perfectly and the next week it could say 42% BF. This is due to the margin of errror.
Over time it does tell you you're headed in the right direction but if you think it is accurate every time you use it the results can be devestating to your mind set.
Personally I believe measurements and pictures over time are a far better way to measure progress but everyone has an opinion...