The test is completed by taking a measurement of the girth of the waist and then dividing it by the girth of the hips. The unit of measurement doesn't matter as long as both are the same unit of measurement.
Advantages
It is a simple test which can be completed in the comfort of your own home with little equipment needed. The equipment is cheap and easy to obtain.
Disadvantages
It cannot be used for pregnant women as their waist will naturally expand and it also cannot be used for people who have recently undergone liposuction treatment as their waist has been artificially manufactured.
Advantages
It is a simple test which can be completed in the comfort of your own home with little equipment needed. The equipment is cheap and easy to obtain.
Disadvantages
It cannot be used for pregnant women as their waist will naturally expand and it also cannot be used for people who have recently undergone liposuction treatment as their waist has been artificially manufactured.