How to use the body measurement tracker printable
- List the measurements you want to track, one per line, up to eight.
- Choose inches or centimeters, and how many rows to print.
- Add a first date and the days between rows to print the dates, or leave them blank to write your own.
- Press Download PDF or Print, and fill in a row each time you measure.
What the table contains
The page is a landscape table. The first column is the date, followed by one column for each measurement you named and an optional notes column. With a first date and a step of 7 days, the dates run weekly, so a sheet of 12 rows starting January 5 ends on March 23.
The six example names are Waist, Chest, Hips, Upper arm, Thigh and Neck. They are only examples. Rename them, add a calf or shoulder line, or track something else entirely, such as the size of a plant or a child's height.
Measuring consistently
Measurements are easiest to compare when you take them the same way each time: at a similar time of day, with the tape at the same spot and the same snugness. Writing down where you measure, in the notes column, helps you repeat it later.
Other tools that help with the same kind of tracking include the Body Fat Calculator, the Running Log Printable and the Food Journal Printable.
A record, not advice
The page records numbers for you. It does not set targets, say what a measurement should be or give medical advice. Talk to a health professional before making decisions about your health based on measurements.
Assumptions and limits
- The table has 1 to 60 rows and 1 to 8 measurement columns.
- Dates step by the number of days you enter and can cross months and years.
- The unit label is printed on the page and does not convert any numbers.
- The page is a personal record and gives no health advice.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I take measurements?
That is up to you. A weekly or monthly check is common because it spreads the readings out. Set the days between rows to match your plan.
Can I track things other than body measurements?
Yes. Rename the columns to anything you want to record over time, such as the height of a child or the size of a garden bed.
Does the page convert inches to centimeters?
No. The unit you choose is printed on the page as a label. Write your numbers in that unit.
How many rows fit on a page?
About sixteen on a landscape page. Longer tables run to more pages, up to 60 rows.