Consistency is essential measure under the same conditions and using the same equipment each time. Measure all around the body total circumference. Body measurements are a prerequisite to pattern construction. At present we are in the transition between traditional manual measuring by tape measure and computerised body scanning or using photographic systems. Measure the circumference of your chest. Check out the easy to follow instructions for getting accurate measurements for each body part below.

A bust measure the bust at the fullest part. Place one end of the tape measure at the fullest part of your bust wrap it around under your armpits around your shoulder blades and back to the front to get the measurement. You can put an elastic band around the waist to mark the correct placement. To get the most accurate measurements use a cloth tape measure not a metal one and measure yourself on your bare skin not over clothes except for your inseam. Body mass index bmi is a measure of your weight relative to your height. Keep the feet together relax your muscles and stand up straight.

Manual measuring requires a high degree of skill and is time consuming. Generally take measurements in an unflexed state and before your workout not after. It gives an approximate measure of your total body fat and indicates whether youre overweight or obese. Also make sure that when you circle your chest waist. It helps to bend side to side to identify exactly where to measure. B waist measure the waist where the body bends.

The size and fit of a garment depends upon the accuracy. Pull the tape tight keeping pressure against but not pinching the skin and ensure the tape is kept level and not. Or hips the tape is level and not too tight or too loose. Being overweight or obese is a risk factor for other diseases and conditions such as diabetes heart disease hypertension osteoarthritis and some cancers.

Gallery of Key Body Measurements