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| BMI Calculator |
General Information Body mass index (BMI) is a statistical measure of body fat based on height and weight. The calculation is as follows: BMI = kg/m^2 In order to calculate your BMI manually you need to: Work out your height in meters and multiply the figure by itself Measure your weight in kilograms Divide the weight by the height squared This figure will be your BMI For adults BMI is interpreted using weight standard categories that are the same for both men and women. Sex and age are factors when interpreting BMI for children. The standard weight categories for adults are as follows: BMI Weight Status Below 18.5 Underweight 18.5 – 24.9 Normal 25.0 – 29.9 Overweight 30.0 + Obese Meaning/Use The accuracy of BMI can be distorted by a number of factors. These can include:
BMI does not measure body fat directly but instead includes muscle and fat. This can distort the results. An athlete for example may have a high BMI due to large muscle mass as opposed to high body fatness. If an individual is overweight this can lead onto many related conditions. These can include high blood pressure, heart disease, cholesterol and diabetes. The costs associated with continuing treatment for these conditions can be very high. |
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