EVOLT 360 - Temple Fitness

The Evolt 360 Body Composition Scanner, what we call the Intelligent Body Scanner, is a simple-to-use 60-second scan that provides detailed data about a body through more than 40 measurements. It works simply by passing a safe electrical current through the feet and hands.

The resistance to flow of the current determines the difference between muscle mass, fat mass, water and mineral — a measurement far beyond the one-size-fits-all generic BMI. All readings are specific to the individual, allowing trainers to better design a health and wellness program.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND BIA (BIOELECTRICAL IMPEDANCE ANALYSIS)

The Evolt 360 Body Scanner technology does not provide clients with a ‘one-size-fits-all’ generic measurement by using pre-set algorithms that do not account for unique and personalised characteristics of you as an individual.

Based on the most up-to-date scientific information relating to the BIA analysis, the use of algorithm-based measurement is key to maintaining the accuracy of measurement for each individual.
The Evolt 360 data analysis methodology that incorporates a 5-point algorithm has been developed based 100% on evidence-based data presented in the research.

There is no negation of the key point of difference in the Evolt 360 in comparison to other BIA manufacturers. Rather, Evolt stands on a platform of substantiated scientific methodology that is consistent with all current evidence-based practices.

QUICK FACTS ABOUT BODY COMPOSITION MEASUREMENTS

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There is no such thing as a “direct measure of body composition”.

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The only way to obtain a 100% accurate measure of body composition is in post-mortem via dissection of tissue of a cadaver.

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All forms of body composition measurements require the use of an algorithm, even though some companies claim they do not.

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The accuracy of BIA technology, as validated in science, requires the input of five factors — height, age, weight, gender and impedance.

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DEXA is the gold standard of Bone Density, not body composition.

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Skin fold measurements will only detect subcutaneous fat tissue whereas BIA detects subcutaneous fat tissue and visceral fat tissue so they are incomparable measurements.

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All BIA technology is validated in science as a repeatable and reliable measure of body composition.

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The accuracy of BIA technology is subject to the conditions being standardised by the user (ie. same time of the day, temperature, training status, food contents & hydration status). The same applies to DEXA.

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BIA technology is well respected in the scientific community as a reliable and repeatable measure to track body composition progression.

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Evolt’s BIA technology uses five compartments (torso, both arms and both legs) rather than a single compartment to offer a more reliable body composition result.