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If the athlete fails the hydration assessment, the athlete will not be eligible for reassessment for 24 hours and must meet the hydration requirement before the skinfold measurement takes place.

Weight certificate means a document, issued by a public weighmaster in a form approved by the Department Division, that which certifies the accuracy of the weight of the commodity measured.

For boys' competition, there are 14 high school weight classes established the NFHS: 106, 113, 120, 126, 132, 138, 144, 150, 157, 165, 175, 190, 215, 285 and 10 college wrestling weight classes established by the NCAA: 125, 133, 141, 149, 157, 165, 174, 184, 197 and heavyweight (183 to 285).

Urinate as frequently as possible throughout the day until one-two hours prior to test time....Hydration Testing Tips Continue drinking fluids at the recommended rate for sports participation. Urine should be clear when athlete is adequately hydrated. Limit high fat foods. Avoid foods high in sodium.

Test #1: Urinalysis The first step of the testing is a urinalysis, which is required to determine the athlete's hydration level. Proper level of hydration is important to provide an accurate measurement of body fat percentage. Dehydration will concentrate urine and thereby increase the urine's specific gravity.

2 hours before the game, match or hydration test, drink 16 to 24 ounces of water or non-caffeinated beverage. The 2-hour time frame will allow the body to clear excess fluid from the body.

CONTINUE TO DRINK PLENTY OF WATER THROUGHOUT THE DAY. Urinate several times during the day until 1-2 hours before the assessment. Eat small portions and eat lighter foods. (Fruits, cereals, juices) • DO NOT EAT fatty or salty foods. DO NOT DRINK salty drinks, such as pop & sports drinks.

Skinfold measurements are used to predict (on a scientific basis) the lowest healthy weight for wrestlers. The program requires each male and female wrestler to maintain at least 7% or 12% body fat, respectively.