Know Your Numbers:
Body fat percentage
Skeletal muscle mass
Visceral fat level
Segmental muscle analysis (arms, legs, trunk)
Total body water (intracellular + extracellular)
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
BMI and weight
Inbody
See Beyond the Scale. Understand Your Body.
At the YMCA, your wellness journey is more than just workouts—it’s about understanding your body and how it changes. If you’re like most people, you step on your bathroom scale when you want to assess your health. But weight loss is not the same as fat loss. As we age, we naturally lose some of our heavy, dense muscle mass, and a lower number on the scale doesn’t always mean we’re in peak condition. Your health is much more than one standardized number. Your weight is made up of muscle, fat, bone, and water, and the proportions of these different elements are known as your body composition. That’s why we’ve added InBody body composition analyzers at select YMCAs, so that you can know your numbers.
What Is an InBody Scan?
InBody uses advanced bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to provide a comprehensive breakdown of your body composition. It’s quick, non-invasive, and provides accurate results with no need to undress or get pinched.
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Your scan reveals
Why It Matters
Tracking your health and fitness progress is about more than the number on a scale.
With InBody, you’ll:
See where you’re building muscle
Track fat loss more accurately
Identify areas of imbalance
Customize your workouts and nutrition plan
Measure progress over time with precision
Who Should Get an InBody Scan?
Anyone on a wellness journey! Whether you’re:
Starting a new workout program
Training for a race or event
Focused on fat loss or muscle gain
Recovering from injury
Just curious about your body
An InBody scan gives you the data you need to take action.
What to Expect
- Step on the InBody machine with bare feet (no shoes/socks).
- Hold the handles and follow the voice prompts.
- In under a minute, your personalized report prints out.
- Meet with a trainer to review your results.
How often should I get scanned?
Every 4–6 weeks is ideal to track meaningful progress.
Is it safe for kids or people with medical conditions?
InBody scans are safe for most individuals but not recommended for those with pacemakers or certain implants. Check with your doctor if unsure.
Do I need to take off clothing?
No—just remove shoes and socks. No need to undress.
Get Ready for Your InBody Scan
To ensure accurate and consistent results, please follow the guidelines below before coming in for your InBody body composition analysis:
- Hydrate normally the day before – avoid over- or under-drinking water.
- Avoid eating or drinking for 2–3 hours before the scan.
- Use the restroom beforehand to prevent skewed readings.
- No exercise 12 hours before the test.
- Wear light, comfortable clothing – you'll need to remove shoes and socks.
- Avoid caffeine or alcohol for 24 hours before your scan.