Measurement Posture

[mika Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close mika]

There are different ways of taking measurements and results differ.
The point is to be consistent and measure the same way every time for a good track of gains.
Posture can considerably influence your measured length.
So, how do you take measurement?

[The Dedicator Member Find all posts View Profile Close The Dedicator]

Never considered this but it makes sense. Looking at the poll, it appears that standing is the most popular posture. I might take my "standing" measurements since mine were done lying on my back (which may reduce my size in comparison with those who measured standing up) But like you said, its all about staying consistent when you're measuring for gains.

[The Dedicator Member Find all posts View Profile Close The Dedicator]

I'm pretty sure sitting would make your measurements seem small in comparison with those who are standing

[kingpole Retired ModeratorPEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close kingpole]

Laying down you should get your smallest measurement. This is the one i go by, it yeilds the lowest common sum.

[mika Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close mika]

Sitting with your legs spread out and back tilted backwards a little, most likely you will get higher reading from your ruler
Pelvic bone is changing its position and measurement along top side will be the highest
As long as you keep your back straight result should be close to one while standing.
Definitely measuring laying down is the lowest, but probably most consistent.

[blink2000 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close blink2000]

I've always taken my measurements sitting. I honestly never thought of doing it another way (even though I knew some were doing it other ways).

I didn't realize standing was more normal... I'll have to see if I'm bigger or smaller standing...