The Human Performance Laboratory will offer body fat testing at a discounted rate until Friday.
Tests use the BOD POD to estimate the body fat percentage. Students can learn about their estimated body fat percentage to help them with weight loss and maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
Alex Powell, a sophomore political science major, said it is a useful tool to have the body composition testing on campus.
“It is very eye-opening for students to learn more about their body and to make healthier food options,” Powell said.
Students can also be tested with the GE Lunar Prodigy Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometer that tests for percentage of body fat and bone density, Lange Skinfold Calipers for the body fat percentage measurements, SECA stadiometer test for height measurements and the Health-O-Meter Medical Balance Scale that tests the body mass index measurements, according to the clinical Exercise Physiology Program testing lab website.
Andrea Huckleby, a senior psychology major, said the testing is important to have on campus.
“It offers a healthier outlet for people to see what they need to work on to become healthier,” Huckleby said.
The regular price for the testing is $25 dollars. This week, students can get a test for $15 dollars. If they come with a friend, the second test is $10 dollars, or$12.50 a person. If students bring two friends, the third test is $5 dollars and will cost $10 dollars per person.
