ACE Personal Trainer Practice Exam

What specific location is measured for women's body fat using the Jackson and Pollock method?

1. Forearm

2. Triceps

3. Ankle

4. Calves

The correct answer is: Triceps

The Jackson and Pollock method for measuring body fat in women involves using skinfold measurements. One of the specific sites chosen for this method is the triceps. This site is preferred because it represents subcutaneous fat and provides a reliable indication of overall body fat percentage when combined with measurements from other sites. The triceps skinfold measurement is generally taken on the back of the upper arm, halfway between the shoulder and elbow. This location is advantageous because it tends to capture changes in fat distribution effectively and is accessible for measurement while being relatively consistent in both trained and untrained individuals. Other locations mentioned in the choices, like the forearm, ankle, and calves, are not standard sites used in the Jackson and Pollock method for women's body fat measurement. These sites may not provide an accurate representation of total body fat, which is why they are not included in this specific method.