Which of the following methods is NOT used to measure body composition?

To determine body composition, various methods focus on measuring the proportion of fat and lean mass in the body. Options such as BMI (Body Mass Index), bioelectrical impedance, and skin fold calipers are specifically designed to assess body fat percentage or overall body composition.

BMI is a widely used method that calculates a ratio based on weight and height to categorize individuals as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. While it gives an indication of body composition, it does not directly assess fat versus lean mass.

Bioelectrical impedance involves sending a small electrical current through the body to estimate body composition based on the resistance to that current, which varies between fat and lean tissue.

Skin fold calipers measure the thickness of skin folds at various body sites to estimate body fat percentage, providing a more direct assessment of body composition than BMI alone.

In contrast, a cardiovascular endurance test evaluates the efficiency of the cardiovascular system and does not measure body composition at all. It focuses on aspects such as heart rate, aerobic capacity, and physical stamina rather than fat and muscle proportions. Therefore, it is the method that does not pertain to assessing body composition.