Body measurements Info

Body mass index or bmi is calculated as your weight in kilograms divided by. In both cases you divide your weight by your height raised to the power of 2. Determine your body fat percentage with our body fat calculator. Bmi doesnt actually measure body fat and people with the same bmi numbers may have widely different body fat percentages. In addition the calculator can determine your waist to hip ratio whr which represents weight distribution body shape. Body mass index is calculated using either the metric or imperial bmi formula.

Use a scale to establish your body weight and use a tape measure to determine the circumference of the requested areas. The calculator will give you an idea of how your weight compares to common values. Enter your height and weight below and scars1s unique advanced bmi calculator will let you know the estimated impact of your present body weight and shape upon your overall health. Choose your goal bmi between 185 and 249 taking into account what youve learned so far and calculate your ideal weight. With the imperial bmi formula you then multiply the resulting figure by 703. Now that you know your body mass index your waist to hip ratio and your body frame size you can finally use the ideal weight calculator to determine your healthy weight.

The research was published in the american journal of clinical nutrition in 2012. Then input your gender weight and measurements below to receive a body fat index based on average values. This calculator should only be used by adults pregnant or lactating women should not rely on these bmi readings and no action should be taken based on its values other than to consult a suitably qualified person such as a doctor. In one study people with a bmi of 185 had body fat percentages ranging from 246 to 323 for women and 122 to 19 percent in men.