#anthropometries

[optikes]

Yves Klein (1928-1962) French

works in international klein blue

Anthropometries: from the Greek anthropos, meaning human, and metrie, measure.

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[lascitasdelashoras]

Alphonse Bertillon - Anthropometry

[rhianna]

The people of India, by Sir Herbert Risley. With 36 illustrations and an ethnological map of India.

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Cite thisExport citation fileMain AuthorRisley, Herbert Hope, Sir, 1851-1911.Related NamesCrooke, William, 1848-1923, ed. Language(s)English PublishedCalcutta, Simla, Thacker Spink & co.; 1915. Edition2d ed., SubjectsAnthropometry >  Anthropometry / India. Ethnology >  Ethnology / India. Caste >  Caste / India. India >  India / Social conditions. NotePlates accompanied by guard sheets with descriptive letterpress. Physical Descriptionxxxii, 472 p. incl. fold. tables, diagrs., front. (port.) 36 pl., maps (1 fold.) 25 cm

[pillarboxstudio]

[tlaquetzqui]

I’ll spare you some googling: the average “sitting height” (head to base of tail length, like used with other animals) of a human newborn, is 34 centimeters. That of a grown man is 91 centimeters, and that of a grown woman, 85.

[dieletztepanzerhexe]

The New York City Police Department practices taking arm measurements using anthropometric methods, 1908.

Frontispiece from Bertillon's Identification anthropométrique (1893), demonstrating the measurements needed for his anthropometric identification system.

[interiordesigncourse123]

Enhancing Study and Work Efficiency: Ergonomic Solutions for Home and Office

Continuing with our series on health and wellness, we focus on ergonomics—a key pillar of good health. Previously, we covered the importance of ergonomics in daily activities such as reading, writing, and watching. Today, we delve into optimizing your working table design to boost efficiency and comfort, especially in the context of work-from-home (WFH) and online classes that have become commonplace post-pandemic.

Is Your Home Setup Ready for WFH?

With many of us working and studying from home, it's crucial to have the right accessories to support this new lifestyle. Consider the questions:

Is your home equipped with necessary WFH accessories?

How do you conduct meetings or your kids attend classes?

You may have heard phrases like "sitting is a silent killer" or "sitting is the new smoking." While these statements are alarming, they highlight the importance of a thoughtful approach to our home office setups. Here, we explore options to mitigate these issues.

The Dual-Mode (Sit-Stand) Desk: A Personal Experience

Recently, I visited my brother’s house, where he proudly demonstrated his dual-mode sit-stand desk. This innovative desk allows users to easily switch between sitting and standing positions, offering numerous benefits:

 Convenience: Easily adjustable height to suit different needs.

Increased Energy: Standing can make you feel more energetic.

Enhanced Focus: Greater alertness and focus while working.

Flexibility: Ability to stretch and move freely.

Reduced Back Pain: Less strain on the back.

Postural Variety: Avoids the discomfort of prolonged sitting.

Impressed by these benefits, I felt compelled to share this information.

Complementing the Ergonomic Table: Essential Accessories

An ergonomic table is just the beginning. To create an optimal workspace, consider the following:

Ergonomic Chair

A good ergonomic chair is essential. It should offer:

Adjustable Height: Easy to raise and lower.

Lumbar Support: Reclined backrest for better back support.

Mobility: Castors for easy movement around your workspace.

Proper Lighting

Proper lighting is crucial to prevent eye strain and headaches. Here are some tips:

Natural Light: Utilize natural light as much as possible.

Artificial Light: Use when natural light is insufficient.

Avoid Darkness: Ensure your workspace is well-lit to avoid eye strain.

Dampers for Comfort

Standing for long periods on hard surfaces can cause leg pain. Solutions include:

Rubber Mats: Offer cushioning and act as dampers for your feet.

 

                                                                                

Rubber Slippers: Provide comfort for your legs.

           

                                          

Screen Brightness

Screen brightness is another often-overlooked factor. Incorrect brightness can harm your eyes. Tips include:

 Auto Mode: Use auto-brightness settings if available, which adjust according to ambient light.

Manual Adjustment: Ensure the screen is not too bright or dim.

 Balancing Work and Movement

Standing desks do not replace the need for exercise. Frequent breaks are essential. Here are some recommendations:

 Stay Hydrated: Move away from the desk to drink water, which also encourages more movement.

Stretch or Walk: Take a five-minute break every 30 minutes.

Mobile Calls: Whenever possible, take calls while walking.

The key is to balance sitting, standing, and moving around.

Ideal Work Pattern

To illustrate an ideal work pattern, refer to the pie chart below (hypothetical here), which shows the recommended distribution of sitting, standing, and moving during your workday.

By following these ergonomic guidelines, you can enhance your efficiency, focus, and overall well-being while working or studying from home.

Key Concepts to Understand

For students study related fields, it's crucial to grasp the following:

Ergonomics & Anthropometry: Understanding human measurements and designing for comfort.

Principles and Elements of Interior Design: Applying design principles to create functional and aesthetically pleasing workspaces.

Essentials of Lighting: Ensuring adequate lighting to reduce strain and increase productivity.

Paint and Varnish: Choosing the right materials to create a conducive working environment.

Stay tuned for our next topic in this series, where we continue to explore vital aspects of creating a healthy and efficient workspace.

Ref. https://interiorcourses.in/blog/know-how-to-increase-efficiency-in-study-wfh

[dlyarchitecture]

[bluemoonvalley]

can someone help.. I would like to know why the face can swell up despite a normal diet that is in accordance with b-m index or we!ght to height/frame indexes?

..h:- around the 160cm mark...

I am thinking it could be to do with previous sudden we!ght gain and overeating or at a stretch my bfp.. but I am sure that is normal too apart from chxxks and the glutes lol...

It just really sucks because it is really disproportionate to the rest of my bod and it wasn't so bad when I was younger and before I went through this period of overeat

Over the years it has just stuck stubbornly and I do not want to overexercise in an attempt to get rid of it because I do not really need to.. do I?

I also experience fatigue/dry skin if I consistently exercise with a diet aimed at calorie deficit.

There is asouth asian background and am vegetarian and a YA

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disclaimer: I am aware that I cannot recieve a diagnos/prognos online. I wanted to put this q out there for discoursed discussion primarily. Past the point seeing everything I have mentioned in this post as 'vulnerabilities', I want to know of solid and backed inferences, not ideas or be stipulated toward remunerations on the subject matter.

[erwinw]

Antropometri Kit: Pengertian, Fungsi, Dan Cara Menggunakannya

Hallo sahabat Bloglab, pada pertemuan kali ini disini saya akan menjelaskan tentang alat yang bernama “antropometri kit” dimana kita akan membahas tentang pengertian antropometri kit, fungsi antropometri kit, cara menggunakan antropometri kit, cara merawat antropometri kit, dan juga mengetahui harga antropometri kit, semuanya akan admin ringkas dalam pembahasan berikut ini. Apa Itu Antropometri…

[fatliberation]

hi, i'm a fat person who is just starting to learn to love and appreciate my body and i'm very new to the fat community and all that.

i was wondering if you could maybe explain the term ob*se and how it is a slur. i've never heard anything about it being a slur before(like i said, i'm very new here) and was wondering if you could tell me the origin and history of the word or mayy provide links to resources about it? i want to know more about fat history and how to support my community but i'm unsure of how to start

Welcome!

Obesity is recognized as a slur by fat communities because it's a stigmatizing term that medicalizes fat bodies, typically in the absence of disease. Aside from the word literally translating to "having eaten oneself fat" in latin, obesity (as a medical diagnosis) straight up doesn't actually exist. The only measure that we have to diagnose people with obesity is the BMI, which has been widely proven to be an ineffective measure of health.

The BMI was created in the 1800s by a statistician named Adolphe Quetelet, who did NOT sudy medicine, to gather statistics of the average height and weight of ONLY white, european, upper-middle class men to assist the government in allocating resources. It was never intended as a measure of individual body fat, build, or health. 

Quetelet is also credited with founding the field of anthropometry, including the racist pseudoscience of phrenology. Quetelet’s l’homme moyen would be used as a measurement of fitness to parent, and as a scientific justification for eugenics.

Studies have observed that about 30% of so-called "normal weight" people are "unhealthy" whereas about 50% of so-called "overweight" people are “healthy”. Thus, using the BMI as an indicator of health results in the misclassification of some 75 million people in the United States alone. "Healthy" lifestyle habits are associated with a significant decrease in mortality regardless of baseline body mass index.  

While epidemiologists use BMI to calculate national "obesity" rates, the distinctions can be arbitrary. In 1998, the National Institutes of Health lowered the overweight threshold from 27.8 to 25—branding roughly 29 million Americans as "overweight" overnight—to match international guidelines. Articles about the "obesity epidemic" often use this pseudo-statistic to create a false fear mongering rate at which the United States is becoming fatter. Critics have also noted that those guidelines were drafted in part by the International Obesity Task Force, whose two principal funders were companies making weight loss drugs. Interesting!!!

So... how can you diagnose a person with a disease (and sell them medications) solely based upon an outdated measure that was never meant to indicate health in the first place? Especially when "obesity” has no proven causative role in the onset of any chronic condition?

There is a reason as to why fatness was declared a disease by the NIH in 1998, and some of it had to do with acknowledging fatness as something that is NOT just about a lack of willpower - but that's a very complicated post for another time. You can learn more about it in the two part series of Maintenance Phase titled The Body Mass Index and The Obesity Epidemic.

Aside from being overtly incorrect as a medical tool, the BMI is used to deny certain medical treatments and gender-affirming care, as well insurance coverage. Employers still often offer bonuses to workers who lower their BMI. Although science recognizes the BMI as deeply flawed, it's going to be tough to get rid of. It has been a long standing and effective tool for the oppression of fat people and the profit of the weight loss industry.

More sources and extra reading material:

How the Use of BMI Fetishizes White Embodiment and Racializes Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings

The Bizarre and Racist History of the BMI by Aubrey Gordon

The Racist and Problematic History of the Body Mass Index by Adele Jackson-Gibson

What's Wrong With The War on Obesity? by Lily O'Hara, et al.

Fearing The Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings

[transmutationisms]

i think tiktok phrenology is forced by the platform design to become as overt and explicit as possible, which means that it doesn't really add anything any worse than what more subtle manifestations of anthropometry contain already, but is more easily recognised and objected to. worrying about the prevalence of phrenological thinking only after & because you saw it on tiktok is like worrying about the hitler particles in usamerican politicians only after & because you saw footage of a trump rally. it's like thinking you can cure tuberculosis by preventing the patient coughing up blood. the most visible symptom is not necessarily the cause

[torsamors]

Fall Out Boy + Blue (fob + gold) Songs: Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner, I Slept with Someone in Fall Out Boy and All I Got Was This Stupid Song Written About Me, Hum Hallelujah, Fame < Infamy, GINASFS, It's Hard to Say I do When I Don't, The Kid's Aren't Alright, Jetpack Blues, Novocain, Bishop's Knife Trick, Heartbreak Feels so Good Art + Artists: Blue Black - James Nares, Untitled - Justyna Kopania, Halo I - Janne Erkkila, Anthropometrie sans Titre - Yves Klein, Haunted Depths - Nicole Gustafsson, Shake it Off - Iris Scott

[imperfectfragilediary]

Yves Klein Untitled Anthropometry 1960

[strathshepard]

Yves Klein performance documented in the film “Anthropometries of the Blue Epoch,” which is on view at the gallery. Photo by Harry Shunk and Janos Kender

[oldsardens]

Yves Klein - Anthropométrie de l’époque bleue, (ANT 124) (Anthropometry of the Blue Period), (ANT 124))