This dimension will cross very soft tissue at the armpit and bust, and some compression of the tissue will inevitably occur. Be sure, however, to keep this to a minimum. Exert only enough tension on the tape to maintain contact between the tape and the skin. The tape will span body hollows in this measurement. The measurement is taken at the maximum point of quiet respiration.
Subject is in the anthropometric standing position.
The measurement is taken at the maximum point of quiet respiration. Subject stands on a table in the anthropometric standing position. Stand in front of the subject. The subject spreads the legs apart enough to allow placement of the blade of an anthropometer near the crotch. The subject then brings the heels back together and raises the blade until it is in firm contact with the crotch.