InBody 270 Body Composition Scans

The InBody 270 is a professional-grade body composition analyzer that uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to measure your body fat percentage, muscle mass, water balance, and visceral fat levels. It provides a comprehensive report in under 60 seconds with medical-grade accuracy.

The InBody 270 is 98-99% accurate when compared to DEXA scans (the gold standard). It uses Direct Segmental Multi-Frequency BIA technology with 8-point tactile electrodes, measuring each body segment separately for precise results.

The InBody 270 measures: Total body weight, skeletal muscle mass, body fat mass and percentage, visceral fat level (organ fat), total body water and balance, basal metabolic rate (BMR), segmental lean analysis (arms, legs, trunk), and body composition history to track progress over time.

The actual scan takes less than 60 seconds. You'll stand on the device holding hand electrodes, and results print immediately. Total time including setup and result review is approximately 5-10 minutes.

For optimal progress tracking, we recommend scans every 2-4 weeks during active training. This frequency allows you to see meaningful changes without day-to-day fluctuations affecting results. Monthly scans work well for maintenance tracking.

Yes, for best accuracy: Fast for 2-3 hours before your scan, avoid intense exercise 6-12 hours before, use the restroom beforehand, avoid alcohol 24 hours prior, and maintain normal hydration (don't overhydrate or dehydrate). Wear light clothing and remove shoes, socks, and jewelry.

InBody scans benefit anyone serious about fitness goals including: weight loss or muscle gain programs, athletes tracking performance, bootcamp and HIIT participants, personal training clients, nutrition program participants, and anyone wanting baseline health metrics. Not recommended for pregnant women or those with pacemakers.

Regular scales only show total weight. The InBody 270 breaks down that weight into muscle, fat, and water in each body segment. You can gain muscle and lose fat while weighing the same—a regular scale would show no progress, but InBody reveals dramatic body composition improvements. It's the difference between knowing your weight versus understanding your body.

Absolutely. InBody scans show you're losing fat, not muscle, which is crucial for healthy weight loss. They reveal visceral fat reduction (the dangerous fat around organs), track metabolic rate changes, identify water retention issues, and show muscle preservation during calorie deficits. This data helps trainers optimize your program for maximum fat loss while protecting lean muscle.

Contact Master Trainers of California to schedule your InBody 270 scan. Call (209) 345-6428, visit us at 1721 Prescott Rd in Modesto, or inquire online. Scans are available to members and non-members—ask about packages and challenge participant benefits.